A study found that volunteering 2 hours a week can improve overall happiness

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaksA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crimeAn airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year

Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at homeCamping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies

Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceansSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports

Chemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and petsVolleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship

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• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·City officials approved a $350 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Research indicates that early reading programs improve literacy rates in preschoolers
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 40 families
• ·A hotel chain announced it will install electric vehicle charging stations at all locations
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·A university research team made a breakthrough in cancer treatment research
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for owners of reptiles and birds
• ·The transportation department began repairing potholes on major roads to improve driving conditions
• ·The local community organized a fundraiser to support a local animal shelter
• ·A school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program
• ·A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola bars
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water
• ·A city added more trees to urban areas to improve air quality
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·A major sports equipment brand announced it will use recycled materials in 80% of its products