The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schools

A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levelsA city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearScientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuelThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home

A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned archaeologist about recent discoveries in ancient ruinsA local café partnered with a nearby school to provide free coffee to teachers during the week

Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water

The postal service announced it would expand its package delivery service to more rural areasHardware store offers DIY home repair workshops for beginners

Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during stormNewspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage

Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competition

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• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using a special type of foam
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to open 36 new hotels in Asia over the next three years
• ·A local animal shelter held an adoption event finding homes for 50 dogs and cats
• ·The government invested $2 billion in solar energy projects across the western states
• ·The city’s public library added more digital resources for remote learning
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·A construction company began work on a new bridge to replace an aging structure
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution from cars affects children’s lung development by age 5
• ·The city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making soy wax candles
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for children under 12
• ·A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal vents
• ·Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital