A school started a gardening club where students grow vegetables to donate to local food banks

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 trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgeryCity council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling

Movie theater announces plans to show classic films during weekday matineesPower company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winter

Survey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning tripsTheater group performs original play about local history at community center

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• ·City officials approved a $360 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches
• ·A doctor developed a mobile app that helps patients track their medication schedules and symptoms
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online orders
• ·The city introduced a new parking app to help drivers find available spots
• ·A study found that reading before bed can improve sleep quality
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools, including new classrooms and technology.
• ·A major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts daily reduces risk of heart disease by 20 percent
• ·A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service, offering exclusive content to paying readers
• ·The government launched a new program to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·A tech company announced it will partner with a nonprofit to provide tech training to unemployed individuals
• ·A famous actor donated their personal collection of films to a university library
• ·Bird watchers record sighting of endangered eagle in state park
• ·The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missions