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 central bank announced it would keep interest rates stable for the next quarter
• ·Volunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 18% in some people
• ·A tech company released a finance app that helps users track expenses and savings
• ·A tech company announced plans to hire 2000 new employees
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank for low-income pet owners
• ·Research finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults
• ·A fashion store donated 10% of its monthly sales to a local women’s shelter
• ·A shortage of affordable housing forced 10,000 families to live in temporary accommodation
• ·A farmers market started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·A historical society opened a museum exhibit featuring vintage photographs of the city
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in low income families during the holidays
• ·College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar power
• ·Study shows that eating together as a family improves eating habits in kids
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to produce clean energy