The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·The government announced plans to increase funding for scientific research and innovation
• ·A community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s history
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adults
• ·A school started a choir program that performed at a regional music festival
• ·Major airline adds three new routes to European destinations
• ·A school started a gardening club where students grow vegetables to donate to food banks
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet access
• ·A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivity
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free coffee to passengers during morning commutes
• ·The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income households
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef are showing signs of recovery
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community center
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build the walls of a new office building