The government launched a program to help farmers adopt more sustainable practices

Furniture store sells eco-friendly sofas made from recycled materialsLibrary offers free access to online language learning tools

Skateboard competition awards $10,000 prize to professional riderResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativityJuice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juices

Animal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption feesNewspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area

Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospitalAn airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet access

Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime preventionInternational medical team develops new treatment for drug resistant tuberculosis

Local elementary school installs solar panels to reduce energy costsTech company releases smart home device that monitors and adjusts indoor air quality

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• ·Ambulance service trains community members in CPR and first aid
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 10 minutes
• ·Local schools held a sports day for students to promote physical activity
• ·A popular clothing brand collaborated with a famous athlete to create a line of activewear
• ·The space agency announced plans to build a research station on the moon by 2036
• ·Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for sixth consecutive year
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• ·A new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area
• ·Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online orders
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer miles for customers who book flights in advance
• ·Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 months
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 40% since the start of the decade.