A hotel offered "staycation packages" with discounts for residents of the surrounding area

A construction company used 3D printing technology for part of a building projectA research study showed that exercise can improve memory in older adults

A local café introduced a new specialty coffee drinkA government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullyingA sports league changed its rules to make games more exciting

A city installed more public restrooms in parks and downtown areasA tech company released a new laptop with a lighter design

A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants

A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from another museumTelevision show wins multiple awards at annual entertainment ceremony

Research finds that keeping a garden improves physical activity levelsPlant store offers workshops on indoor gardening for apartment dwellers

Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in popular recreation areasNewsletter includes tips for preparing homes for upcoming winter weather

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• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional batteries
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·Car dealership offers low interest financing for new electric vehicles
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Astronomers discovered a new asteroid that orbits the sun every 3.5 years
• ·The stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains
• ·The city implemented a new parking system to make finding parking easier downtown
• ·A farmers market added a section for local honey
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season
• ·A city planted more trees in urban areas
• ·A charity raised over $1 million to build wells for clean water in African villages
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in local cuisine
• ·Theater group performs original play about local history at community center