A tech startup launched an app that connects people with local volunteer opportunities

Doctors warned about the increased risk of flu during winter monthsA large-scale music festival will take place in the park next summer

The city council approved plans for a new shopping mallEngineers successfully tested a new type of renewable energy deviceA popular restaurant chain is expanding to three new locations

Students achieved record exam results in this year’s national testsA charity organization launched a campaign to end homelessness

The country’s economy grew by 23 percent in the last quarter

A team of explorers completed a journey across the ArcticCandle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups

Ambulance service trains community members in CPR and first aidTV show wins multiple awards at entertainment industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adultsPlant store offers indoor gardening workshops for apartment residents

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the western neighborhood
• ·Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions
• ·A tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a lightweight and durable design
• ·Police solved a cold case using advanced forensic technology
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programs
• ·A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday sale
• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills
• ·Freelance website adds new category for graphic design services
• ·A retail store announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns next year
• ·School district approves new curriculum focused on environmental education
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $4 billion in geothermal energy projects
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·The city banned smoking in all public outdoor spaces including parks and beaches
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect honeybees from deadly viruses