Local businesses participated in a “small business Saturday” event to boost local economy

Scientists developed a rapid test for a common childhood illness that takes 5 minutesLocal schools switched to digital textbooks to reduce paper waste

The national rugby team hired a new coach with experience winning international titlesA tech company released software that helps teachers create online lessonsThe government provided grants to farmers who grow organic crops

A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from ChinaResearchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in children

Local police solved a 10-year-old cold case using new DNA technology

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spiceA research team developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness with 95% effectiveness

A sports brand launched a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plasticA city council voted to increase funding for public parks by 25% next year

A pet shelter organized a fundraiser that raised $15,000 to cover medical costs for animalsAn airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer

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• ·The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidents
• ·A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of release
• ·Police department launches app for citizens to report suspicious activity
• ·A pharmaceutical firm announced positive results from trials of a new drug for treating migraines
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse
• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines
• ·Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweeteners
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zone
• ·Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.6 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 46% by 2030
• ·A smartphone app that helps users manage their finances reached 5 million downloads
• ·A hotel added a rooftop bar with panoramic views of the city to attract evening guests
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system and reduce energy costs