Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center, which includes a gym, library, and youth club.

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levelsA city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearScientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

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• ·The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spaces
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for adults learning to use computers
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirements
• ·A study found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower cholesterol levels
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self-driving technology for future vehicles.
• ·Firefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after six days of intensive efforts
• ·Researchers found that adequate sleep can enhance problem-solving skills in adults
• ·A small business owner used social media influencers to promote their products and increase sales
• ·Doctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements
• ·Scientists made a breakthrough in renewable energy storage technology
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 21 new international routes next year to meet growing travel demand