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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• ·A new zoo exhibit opened featuring rare primate species from the rainforests of Africa
• ·Study indicates that playing team sports improves leadership skills in teens
• ·Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin
• ·A famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour
• ·A gas leak at an industrial plant forced 300 residents to evacuate temporarily
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infant
• ·Candle company donates part of sales to wildlife conservation
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient models
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new targeted therapy drug
• ·A hospital introduced a new telemedicine service for patients in rural areas
• ·A car crash on a highway caused a 5-mile traffic jam during evening rush hour
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 40% more energy than current models
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake to practice emergency responses
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown