A library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

Research finds that outdoor play improves motor skills in young childrenCar dealership offers test drives of new hybrid vehicles

Community hosts festival with live music and local food vendorsRadio station holds fundraiser to support local animal shelterEngineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants

Wrestling team wins state championship for fourth consecutive yearStudy shows that audiobooks help people with dyslexia improve reading skills

Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make holiday decorations

Postal service hires extra staff for holiday package deliveryA coffee shop started roasting its own beans to ensure freshness and quality

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signings

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• ·A tech company donated 500 old computers to local schools for educational use
• ·An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for senior citizens traveling alone
• ·City officials announced a ban on single-use plastics in public parks
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves focus in college students
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made salad kits with locally grown greens and vegetables
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Soccer team wins state championship and advances to national tournament
• ·The university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy
• ·College students invented a device that turns kitchen waste into biogas for cooking
• ·Police department launches campaign to reduce distracted driving
• ·A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·The stock market saw a sharp rise after a major tech company announced record quarterly profits
• ·Researchers at a marine lab discovered a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean, which could help restore damaged reefs.
• ·A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories
• ·A hospital opened a new emergency department with state-of-the-art equipment