Car companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles

Book club discusses novel about climate change and environmental activismEngineers design new flood protection system for coastal cities

Golf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoodsStudy shows that owning a dog increases physical activity levels in seniorsTea shop imports rare white tea from remote regions of China

Police department implements body camera policy for all patrol officersDance school holds winter recital featuring ballet and contemporary dance pieces

Research indicates that sunlight exposure improves mood in people with seasonal affective disorder

Camera store offers photography classes for beginners and advanced usersA scientist developed a new method to detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease using a simple blood test

A pet store started offering "pet wellness checks" with a licensed vet to help owners monitor their pets’ healthA restaurant started offering "family-style" meals on weekends to encourage shared dining experiences

A school added a new course on financial literacy to help students learn about budgeting and savingA tech company released a new fitness app that tracks users’ workouts and provides personalized training plans

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• ·A coffee shop hosted a live jazz night every Friday that featured local musicians
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 7000 gallons of water and 463 gallons of oil
• ·A museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks
• ·A new study revealed that social media use can affect self esteem in teenagers
• ·A study found that storytelling can improve listening skills in young children
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·Gymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition
• ·Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers
• ·A local community center launched a program to help elderly residents learn how to use digital devices and stay connected.
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that is quieter and more efficient
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal drink made with pumpkin and spices
• ·The government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors