The city introduced a new recycling program to reduce waste

Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percentFirefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month

Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic wasteOceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patientsCar company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge

Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town

Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviewsA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

The government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologiesA bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature

Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

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• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·Fire department gives away smoke alarms to low income families
• ·Teachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil health
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging
• ·The national basketball team qualified for the Olympics after winning the regional championship
• ·Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·Researchers found that spending time with family improves overall happiness
• ·The stock market dropped 0.7% after news of a slowdown in the global economy
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishments
• ·The city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekends
• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prioritize sustainable tourism options
• ·Public library partners with local schools to provide after school tutoring
• ·Study shows that 15 minutes of daily meditation lowers anxiety levels in adults