The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build the walls of a new office building
• ·The government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food items to reduce food waste
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school with 18 classrooms
• ·Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policing
• ·The central bank announced it would purchase government bonds to stimulate economic growth
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phones
• ·Camera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends
• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·A public library announced it will loan out gardening tools and seed packets to residents
• ·A popular online retailer added a new service that allows customers to return items in person
• ·A school started a robotics club
• ·A software company released an update to its popular app that added new features requested by users
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to significant losses
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 30 different cultures