The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·A fashion brand released a new clothing line made entirely from recycled plastic bottles
• ·Parliament voted to pass a revised budget bill aimed at improving public healthcare and education funding
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries
• ·The school district announced a new program to support students with special needs
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·A tech company allowed employees to bring their pets to work one day a week to boost morale
• ·Dance school holds winter recital with ballet and tap performances
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 40% in adults.
• ·A major car manufacturer recalled 500,000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking system.
• ·The World Bank approved a $950 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·The city council announced plans to improve public parks
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain for the upcoming season
• ·Farmers collaborated with local restaurants to supply fresh ingredients