A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

Firefighters rescue several cats from burning apartment buildingCoffee shop donates portion of sales to local animal shelter

Oceanographers discover new species of deep sea fish in Mariana TrenchBookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s authorResearch shows that yoga reduces symptoms of arthritis in older adults

Car manufacturer unveils hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissionsVolunteer group builds houses for families affected by recent flood

Radio station adds new program focused on local music and artists

Chemists develop new paint that cleans air pollutants when exposed to sunlightA photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on Instagram

A hotel added a "fitness center" with cardio machines and free weights for guestsA musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazine

A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office buildingA study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stress

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• ·The national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year
• ·The government announced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade
• ·A study revealed that dog owners have lower stress levels than non-dog owners
• ·A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle plastic bottles into durable building materials
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·A airline reduced its carbon footprint by using biofuel for some of its flights
• ·A severe flood in the river valley destroyed several bridges and roads, cutting off access to three small towns.
• ·The community center hosted a job fair for people with disabilities
• ·A new library was built in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Local businesses hosted a street festival with live music and craft vendors to attract customers
• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to store renewable energy for use when needed
• ·A hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care
• ·A fire department hosted a CPR training workshop that certified 70 community members
• ·Study shows that pets reduce anxiety in college students