A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

A celebrity chef cooked a special meal for a charity gala that raised $600000 for hunger reliefResearchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per year

A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizerA snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government officesA study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive development

The government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel staysA museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitors

A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area

Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zoneThe transportation department began construction on a new highway interchange to reduce congestion

A fashion brand released a collection made from recycled denim and organic cottonA hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit to care for premature babies

Researchers discovered a new species of lizard in a remote desert region of AustraliaThe government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions

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• ·Study finds that daily walking for 30 minutes lowers risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western states
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make holiday decorations
• ·A school started a debate club for students interested in public speaking
• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·A new subway line opened in the city today, reducing commute times for over 50,000 daily riders by an average of 30 minutes.
• ·A hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter
• ·A school district bought new tablets for all students to support remote learning when needed
• ·Schools added mental health workshops to the academic calendar for students and staff
• ·Park rangers lead guided tours to observe wildlife in their natural habitat
• ·Bird watchers spot endangered woodpecker in national forest
• ·The country’s trade deficit narrowed by 8% in the third quarter due to increased export sales