The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours to handle the increase in online orders

A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medicationA community organized a charity run to raise money for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a foldable screen next yearHot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the regionA study found that playing video games in moderation can improve hand-eye coordination

The government invested in building new schools in growing suburbs to accommodate more studentsA museum displayed ancient Egyptian artifacts that had been on loan from a foreign museum

A local farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable farming practices

Researchers developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly and longer-lastingA team of veterinarians opened a new animal hospital specializing in exotic pets

The stock market closed higher after a week of steady growthA charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health

Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphereThe city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more stations across town

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• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 17% in some people
• ·A charity organization provided school supplies to children in need
• ·A drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western states
• ·A small business owner started selling their products in a national retail chain
• ·Yoga studio offers free trial classes for new members this month
• ·Bird watchers record sighting of endangered eagle in state park
• ·Local businesses sponsored a youth sports league for children ages 5 to 12
• ·A farmers market added a section for local honey and bee products
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groups
• ·A study showed that online tutoring can improve test scores by 15% in high school students
• ·The city implemented a program to recycle electronic waste
• ·A gym offered family memberships at a discounted rate
• ·A farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needs
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread with a 48-hour ferment for deeper flavor