Police department launches campaign against distracted driving

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniorsThe government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 supportA bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600

Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quicklyThe transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year

A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicStudy finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent

Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this monthCoffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste

Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

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• ·Archaeologists uncovered a stone temple in a jungle region dating back 2500 years
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·Engineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficiently
• ·The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding
• ·Researchers found that regular swimming improves cardiovascular health in older adults
• ·Scientists collaborate globally on climate change research
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students in rural areas access advanced courses
• ·Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies
• ·A new study revealed that social media use can affect sleep quality in teenagers
• ·A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten free pastries to meet customer demand
• ·Scientists observed a change in migration patterns of a popular bird species
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote eco-tourism in national parks
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician with national following
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in October
• ·The police department launched a campaign to teach people how to protect themselves from identity theft
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender