A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones

A city added more bike lanes to connect residential areas to downtownA charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood

A research study showed that spending time in green spaces reduces stress levels in urban residentsA sports equipment store began selling used gear at discounted prices to make sports more accessibleA local newspaper launched a digital subscription service to expand its readership

A bakery introduced a new line of gluten free pastries made with alternative floursA construction project to build a new elementary school is ahead of schedule

A smartphone company announced a new model with a longer battery life and better camera

A farmers market added 10 new vendors selling handmade crafts and artisanal foodsScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·The government invested $2 billion in solar energy projects across the western states
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical acclaim attracting over 12500 visitors on its first weekend
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·A small café started offering specialty coffee drinks made with rare and exotic beans
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean
• ·A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next year
• ·A charity organization launched a campaign to end homelessness
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 100 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
• ·A professional sports team signed a star player from another team for a record-breaking contract
• ·A research study revealed that listening to music while studying improves retention for some students
• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·A new study showed that meditating for 10 minutes a day improves focus at work
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all public parks and recreational areas
• ·A city added more traffic lights
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending