The city council approved plans to build a new skate park and outdoor gym in a suburban park

A school started a music program that provides free instrument lessons to students from low-income familiesA photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoods

A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lightingA musician went on a tour of small towns performing at local venues to support independent musicA grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices

A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 70 community membersA software developer created a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accounts

A community garden donated 150 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started offering personal styling services for customers who need outfit adviceA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours during the holiday season

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown areaResearchers calculated that using a reusable coffee cup saves over 200 disposable cups per year

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• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·A fitness app added a feature that tracks users’ workout progress
• ·A city launched a bike safety program to teach children how to ride bikes safely
• ·A major bookstore planned to expand its digital book collection
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sector
• ·An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for senior citizens traveling alone
• ·A severe cold wave led to school closures and increased demand for heating fuel
• ·Researchers studied the effects of air pollution on children’s health
• ·A local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more neighborhood news stories
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about seatbelt use
• ·A study found that reading fiction can enhance empathy and emotional intelligence
• ·A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults
• ·A community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music and dance from Latin America
• ·The government announced a $280 million fund to support rural broadband expansion in underserved areas
• ·Juice bar uses locally grown fruits and vegetables for all menu items