The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the northern neighborhood

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·A study found weekly socializing with friends improves older adults’ mental well-being
• ·A wildlife conservation group released 30 endangered tortoises into a protected natural habitat
• ·The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·A government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems
• ·A local bookstore hosted a book club for readers interested in mystery novels
• ·The city installed a new parking meter system that accepts credit cards and mobile payments
• ·Local business wins award for best customer service in the region
• ·A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores for proper sorting
• ·A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languages
• ·Car companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·Newsletter gives winter weather preparation tips
• ·A city council approved funds to upgrade public playgrounds
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses
• ·A bakery won first place at a regional food festival for its apple pie
• ·Doctors recommended that people practice good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of illness