Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week

A famous singer performed a surprise concert for nurses and doctors at a city hospitalThe city’s public library added more e-books and online databases for students and researchers

Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energyWeather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rainA team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that produces 50 percent more energy

The stock market fluctuated due to uncertainty about upcoming government policiesA charity raised funds to provide college scholarships for students from low-income families

Scientists discovered that a common kitchen spice has properties that fight inflammation

The national rugby team won the regional championship after a thrilling overtime matchA tech startup launched an app that uses AI to help users learn to play musical instruments

Doctors developed a new inhaler that delivers medication more effectively for asthma patientsThe local theater held a charity performance to raise money for disaster relief

A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve athletic performanceThe national weather service warned of a blizzard approaching the northeastern states

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• ·The government provided funding to repair a historic building damaged by a storm
• ·A school district announced it will provide free mental health counseling for students
• ·A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areas
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Weather forecasters predicted heavy rain for the weekend
• ·A bookstore started a book club for teens focusing on young adult fiction
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.6 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 46% by 2030
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit reduces carbon emissions by 45% per person
• ·Newspaper publishes special section on local history
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweeteners
• ·The military provided assistance to local authorities in evacuating residents from a flood-prone area
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet owners
• ·A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income students
• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen time