The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country

Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressureThe prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reductionA fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported

A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its libraryPolice used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft

The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerStudy reveals that eating breakfast improves academic performance in high school students

Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniquesFirefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children

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• ·A wildlife group cleaned up a local river
• ·The government announced tax cuts for low-income families
• ·A hospital purchased a new MRI machine to improve diagnostic capabilities
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region, closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation.
• ·The national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1
• ·The stock market rebounded after a week of losses following positive job growth data
• ·A school district purchased new digital textbooks for all middle and high school students
• ·Car manufacturer unveils hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissions
• ·A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countries
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissions
• ·The space agency announced a new mission to study Mars’ atmosphere
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support music and art programs
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area