Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week

A major airline announced plans to replace its older planes with more fuel-efficient modelsThe government introduced new laws to protect endangered bird species from habitat loss

A tech startup launched an app that connects volunteers with local community service projectsResearchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adultsA famous singer performed a surprise concert for nurses and doctors at a city hospital

The city’s public library added more e-books and online databases for students and researchersLocal businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy

Weather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rain

A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that produces 50 percent more energyDoctors created a new surgical procedure that allows patients to recover from knee surgery faster

The local museum hosted a "night at the museum" event with special tours and activitiesA new study showed that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in grandparents

The national park service announced plans to build new campgrounds in a popular national parkA major snack company recalled a popular product due to possible contamination with allergens

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• ·Engineers design new system to reduce energy use in office buildings
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·Bakery introduces vegan pastries made with coconut milk and oat flour
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth teams
• ·A well-known artist’s latest exhibition opened to positive reviews drawing over 12000 visitors on its first weekend
• ·The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows
• ·A school started a robotics club where students build and program robots
• ·A local newspaper interviewed a local celebrity
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 550 toys for kids in need
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with local artisans to create handmade accessories
• ·Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of a virus
• ·A study found that students who participate in extracurricular activities have higher graduation rates and better social skills.
• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes