Fire department conducts safety drills in local schools

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain healthThe city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsThe railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itA study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one

A city installed more public charging stations for electric vehicles in shopping center parking lotsAn airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages

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• ·A small business owner started selling their products at a national trade show to reach a wider audience
• ·A bakery expanded its gluten-free line to include bread, cookies, and pastries made with alternative flours
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration while studying
• ·Researchers detected signs of liquid water beneath the surface of a distant moon
• ·A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collection
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to create and share photo albums
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the area
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients seeking mental health support
• ·City officials approved a $360 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·College students won a national science competition with their invention that purifies water
• ·Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarity
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy