The city started a program to fine people who litter in public spaces to keep the city clean

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur leather and other animal productsA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery lifeHot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks

A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time

The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schoolsResearch finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids

Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and suppliesMarine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans

School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sportsChemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets

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• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads in mountainous areas
• ·A software company released a game app that was downloaded 300,000 times in its first month
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A heat advisory was issued for southern states with temperatures expected to reach 106°F
• ·A coffee shop started selling nitro cold brew for a smoother taste
• ·A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feast
• ·A photographer won an international award for their series of photos documenting wildlife conservation
• ·Study finds that daily walking for 30 minutes lowers risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create a series of promotional photos
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores
• ·Local businesses reported a 20% increase in sales during the recent holiday weekend, compared to the same period last year.
• ·The local zoo started offering behind-the-scenes tours to teach visitors about animal care
• ·Track and field athletes win 10 medals at regional championship meet
• ·A coffee roaster partnered with a local farm to source organic coffee beans for their products
• ·A sports league announced plans to add two new teams in the southern region next year