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		  Local police increased security at public events following recent safety concerns The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photosA luxury hotel chain decided to replace all single-use plastic bottles with glass containers 
 Scientists found a way to clean up oil spills using a natural substance from seaweedThe community center opened a new after-school program for kids interested in scienceA new study showed that air pollution can cause respiratory problems in young children 
 The government started a campaign to encourage citizens to vote in the upcoming local electionsA popular online retailer added a line of eco-friendly home goods made from sustainable materials 
 Researchers developed a new vaccine to protect farm animals from a contagious disease The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the northern neighborhoodPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meetStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills  | 
		



