A library started offering free computer classes to help seniors learn basic digital skills

Scientists observed a rare comet passing close to EarthThe city introduced a bike-sharing program with more stations

Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on work performanceA famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at a film festivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add two new teams

A tech startup released a device that monitors blood pressure at homeThe government provided funding to repair a historic church

A local restaurant won a national award for its food

Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 90 degreesA study revealed that social media use can affect self-esteem in young adults

The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent natural disastersA flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area

A startup launched a new device to monitor air quality in homesLocal restaurants offered takeout and delivery services to support community members

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• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self - driving cars
• ·City council approves funding for new public skate park in westside neighborhood
• ·The government announced it will provide free childcare for low-income families, starting next year, to help parents return to work.
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at home
• ·A small farm started selling fresh honey at the weekly farmers market, quickly selling out each week
• ·Football league announces changes to playoff format for next season
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·Pharmacy extends hours during flu season to accommodate more patients
• ·An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its offshore platforms
• ·A grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containers
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in math and science classes
• ·Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new logging project in a protected forest
• ·Local schools reported a 95% attendance rate this semester, the highest in five years, due to improved health and wellness programs.
• ·A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employees
• ·Study shows that drinking eight glasses of water daily improves skin hydration