The city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles

Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kidsThe government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies

A museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city centerMovie theater offers discounted tickets for families on weekends

Research indicates that gratitude practices reduce symptoms of depressionHardware store offers classes on woodworking for beginners

Coast guard rescues boaters stranded in stormy watersNewspaper profiles local musician who gained national fame

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• ·A fashion brand used natural dyes
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A research team studied the effects of screen time on children’s sleep patterns
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·A study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%
• ·A coffee shop sourced its beans from a fair-trade farm to support ethical farming practices
• ·A film festival awarded its top prize to an independent director
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·A library hosted a tech help for seniors session that taught 45 people how to use smartphones
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·A fire in a shopping mall was quickly contained by firefighters with no reported injuries
• ·A major airline announced it will add 20 new international routes by the end of the year to meet growing travel demand.
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·A city banned plastic bags in retail stores to reduce waste