Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%

Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionLocal bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphonesFootball team names former player as head coach for upcoming season

Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service

Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young childrenA tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament

A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseasResearchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness

The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishmentsAn oil company announced it will build a new carbon capture facility at its refinery

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• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human body
• ·Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving
• ·A photographer captured photos of a rare bird species in a nearby nature reserve that were featured in a wildlife magazine
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobs
• ·Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year
• ·Two major political parties reached a compromise on immigration policy to address labor shortages
• ·An airline announced discounted tickets for students traveling to attend college or university
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with chronic illnesses
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for passengers who use reusable transit cards
• ·A major bank announced it will offer student loan forgiveness programs for customers who work in public service jobs for five years.
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability
• ·A bakery made custom cakes for weddings and birthdays
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new immunotherapy drug
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food items to reduce food waste