Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy maskA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

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• ·Local cafes reported a 38% increase in customers during morning hours due to new menu items
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to store renewable energy for use when needed
• ·Local businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversary
• ·Park rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna
• ·A school started a debate club that won a regional competition
• ·A construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·Local artists collaborated to create a large mural celebrating the city's cultural diversity
• ·A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire
• ·A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physics
• ·Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figure
• ·Researchers found that eating more fruits reduces the risk of certain diseases
• ·A school added a robotics lab where students can build and program their own robots
• ·Volunteers planted over 1000 trees in a city park as part of a reforestation project
• ·An international organization launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 500,000 people in drought-stricken areas.
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing line
• ·Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next month