A charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood

Scientists built a new solar power plant that can generate electricity for 50,000 homesThe city held a street festival with live music, food stalls, and craft vendors

A new study revealed that practicing yoga can improve flexibility and reduce back painThe government announced plans to repair and renovate old public schools in rural areasA tech company donated 200 computers to a school district serving low-income communities

Researchers found that eating a balanced breakfast helps students stay focused during classThe police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photos

A luxury hotel chain decided to replace all single-use plastic bottles with glass containers

Scientists found a way to clean up oil spills using a natural substance from seaweedAnimal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearAstronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star

Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospitalStudy finds that learning a second language enhances cognitive function in seniors

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• ·A team of explorers completed a journey across the Arctic
• ·A charity raised over $1 million to build wells for clean water in African villages
• ·Heavy rain caused a river to overflow its banks flooding nearby farmland
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season
• ·Bus company adds express routes to reduce commute times for downtown workers
• ·A city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucks
• ·Art gallery features works by local high school art students
• ·Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollution
• ·A farm stand began accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible to low-income shoppers
• ·A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performance
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats
• ·The university offered online courses to students from other countries
• ·Study shows that adding turmeric to meals reduces inflammation in the body
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help struggling readers
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units