A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s yearbook
• ·The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schools
• ·A local café started serving plant-based milk options for customers with dietary restrictions
• ·A new mobile game was released, quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 50 countries.
• ·A popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·Research finds that board games improve social skills in shy children
• ·A public library announced it will loan out gardening tools and seed packets to residents
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $130 million
• ·A city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant to improve water quality
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year in a row
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic border agreement after three years of diplomatic talks
• ·A team of scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean, using a remotely operated underwater vehicle.
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has tripled in the past two years
• ·A tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models
• ·The national economy grew by 3.6% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations