A social media platform added a feature to let users hide posts containing certain keywords

Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsBakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitatA city organized a street art festival with murals painted by artists from around the world

A traditional craft fair was held to promote local artisans and their handmade productsA new opera based on a historical event opened to critical acclaim from music critics

A cultural exchange program allowed students to travel to other countries to learn about different traditionsA museum acquired a rare painting by a 19th-century artist for $5 million

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• ·Local authorities reported a 15% drop in crime rates over the past six months citing improved community policing
• ·A national park closed temporarily due to severe drought conditions that increased the risk of wildfires
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software with improved features and performance
• ·Research indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research
• ·The community center offered free yoga classes for people with chronic pain
• ·A public library announced it will loan out gardening tools and seed packets to residents
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes
• ·A hospital purchased a new CT scanner to improve diagnostic speed and accuracy
• ·A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safety
• ·Golf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program
• ·Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last year
• ·A tech company launched a new smartwatch with health monitoring features
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs
• ·Retailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times