A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 42% since the start of the decade

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goalsDoctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases

The local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s historyA new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes on main roads to promote cycling

A major airline added new in-flight movies and TV shows to keep passengers entertainedFlorist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day

Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to familiesBook publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolers

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

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• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook with restaurant recipes that sold out its first print run
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 15 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 250 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·A famous singer performed a benefit concert to raise money for disaster relief efforts
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year
• ·Study finds that listening to classical music while studying increases test scores
• ·A pet rescue organization hosted an adoption drive that found homes for 120 cats and dogs
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track their inventory
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous celebrity
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by up to 20% in some people
• ·The city hosted an international trade fair showcasing products from over 50 countries
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to renovate all its locations over the next two years