Volunteers helped clean up a local river that had been polluted by industrial waste

A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays

A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitorsA local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown areaScientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city centerA fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new sports medicine clinic to treat athletes of all ages and skill levels

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the world

Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxideA city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employment

An airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors

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• ·Research finds that playing board games improves social skills in children
• ·Local police started a program to teach pedestrian safety to elementary school students
• ·A airline added more flights to a popular business destination
• ·A bakery created a special edition cake to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversary
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat allergies with fewer side effects
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks
• ·Medical researchers developed a new test to detect early-stage Parkinson’s disease
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown
• ·A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing
• ·A major bookstore chain announced plans to open more locations in small towns
• ·A major airline introduced a new loyalty program offering more rewards for frequent flyers
• ·A farm hosted a harvest festival that included hayrides and pumpkin picking for families
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition clothing collection
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building