The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features
• ·A city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant to improve water quality
• ·A sports team signed a star player
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 40 families
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 40 percent by 2030
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol busy shopping areas during weekends
• ·A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collection
• ·Astronomers captured new images of a distant galaxy showing signs of star formation
• ·Mathematicians develop new formula to solve complex equations
• ·A software company introduced a new project management tool that integrates with popular productivity apps
• ·A major bank announced low-interest loans for women and minority-owned small businesses
• ·A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new beds