A government program provided financial assistance to first time homebuyers

Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areasPostal service announces changes to delivery schedules starting next month

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficientlyLibrary expands digital collection with 10000 new e books

Football league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles

Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figureA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classes

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

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• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science and math programs in public schools
• ·A coffee shop offered bring your own mug discounts, reducing disposable cup use by 50%
• ·A medical journal published a study linking adequate sleep to a stronger immune system
• ·The postal service introduced a new package tracking system to give customers real-time updates
• ·Skateboard park hosts competition with prizes for best tricks
• ·Scientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain for the upcoming season
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·The government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents
• ·Police department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidents
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·Motorcycle club organizes charity ride to raise money for pediatric cancer research
• ·A construction company used recycled asphalt to repave a major highway
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·A city added 100 new parking spaces downtown, including 20 accessible spots for people with disabilities