Local businesses donated goods to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

A historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960sResearchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagers

A music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanupThe city council voted to increase funding for public art projects in downtown areasA car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per charge

Local police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidentsScientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plants

A charity organization launched a campaign to collect winter coats for children in low-income families

The national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summerA farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier

A hospital started a support group for cancer patientsA national park announced it will extend its hours during the summer months

A clothing store offered a sale on summer clothing to make room for fall inventoryA city launched a campaign to promote local businesses

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• ·A hurricane warning was issued for coastal areas as a storm approaches the eastern seaboard
• ·A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidays
• ·Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding in coastal regions, forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate their homes.
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems
• ·A coffee shop started selling nitro cold brew, a smoother alternative to iced coffee
• ·Scientists identified a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original TV shows and movies
• ·Doctors recommended that people get regular check ups to prevent serious health issues
• ·A study showed that group study sessions help students get better grades
• ·A hospital opened a new emergency room to handle more patients
• ·The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skills
• ·A museum hosted a family day with activities for children
• ·Lifeguards teach water safety classes at community swimming pool