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 fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new species of dolphin in the Indian Ocean
• ·City council approves funding for new public skate park in westside neighborhood
• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7 tons of trash
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow 15% faster when exposed to soft classical music
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional batteries
• ·Music festival adds second weekend due to high demand for tickets
• ·A new TV series based on a comic book became a hit with both critics and audiences
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public transportation hub downtown
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden cutting boards
• ·The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 1 million downloads
• ·A city council voted to convert a vacant lot into a community garden for local residents
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant with potential medicinal value
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 7000 gallons of water and 463 gallons of oil