A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better attention spans in classThe city installed a new parking meter system that accepts credit cards and mobile payments

A major food company announced it will remove artificial colors from all its productsScientists created a new device that generates electricity from body heatThe school board approved plans to build a new high school in the growing southern neighborhood

Researchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the bodyThe government started a program to help small businesses create online stores

A tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets

Doctors urged people to get regular hearing tests to detect hearing loss earlyA wildlife conservation group released 50 endangered butterflies into a protected meadow

A software company offered free training workshops for small business ownersA city council approved plans to build a new community pool in a residential neighborhood

A charity organized a 10K run that raised $40,000 for homeless sheltersA study showed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more information

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• ·Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country
• ·A charity collected 2,000 winter coats to distribute to homeless individuals and low-income families
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in the Amazon River
• ·A local theater announced plans to produce a new play written by a local high school student
• ·Movie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families
• ·A city started a composting program for restaurants to reduce food waste
• ·Scientists developed a new way to grow crops in arid regions with limited water
• ·The military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regions
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a tropical rainforest with unique plumage
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour
• ·Public library partners with local schools to provide after school tutoring
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on local businesses celebrating 50 years
• ·A major airline announced a new route to a popular tourist destination
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to eat more plant-based meals
• ·A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing