Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus

The police department started a campaign to teach seniors how to avoid phone scamsA major bookstore announced it will host monthly book clubs for different age groups

Doctors recommended that people with high blood pressure monitor their salt intakeThe community center offered free yoga classes for people with chronic painA new study showed that people who live in walkable neighborhoods have lower obesity rates

The city council voted to add more bike parking spaces in downtown areasA popular coffee chain announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns this year

Scientists created a new way to recycle old batteries into new ones

The school district decided to start the school day later to improve student attendanceA fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it before it spread to homes

A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive gamesA community garden hosted a "harvest festival" with live music and food made from garden produce

A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashionA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

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• ·Newspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms
• ·A popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scroll
• ·Plant store offers tips for caring for succulents and cacti
• ·A new library was built in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A local market started a program to help small farmers sell their products online
• ·A gym added a new yoga studio and hired two new instructors
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of marine life living in the deep sea trenches
• ·Study finds that eating dark chocolate daily improves blood flow in middle aged adults
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 23 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand
• ·A poet published their first collection of works which received positive reviews from literary critics
• ·Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%
• ·A new fitness trend gained popularity among young people
• ·A local farm started selling fresh-pressed apple cider at the farmers market during the fall months
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt organic farming practices
• ·Study finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids