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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• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas
• ·Local businesses offered free workshops on financial literacy for community members
• ·A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people
• ·A study found that owning a pet improves mental health in seniors
• ·The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global campaign to vaccinate children in developing countries against measles and rubella.
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones
• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·A multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·Local government organizes clean up event for city parks
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build parts of a new building
• ·A school started a robotics summer camp to teach students about coding and engineering
• ·Lifeguards teach CPR to beachgoers during summer months
• ·Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into building materials
• ·Researchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A hospital started a cancer support group