A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs

A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanentlyA local farm started selling pre-packaged salad kits at grocery stores in the area

A school started a music program that provides free instrument lessons to students from low-income familiesA photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoodsA hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting

A musician went on a tour of small towns performing at local venues to support independent musicA grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices

A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 70 community members

A software developer created a new tool that helps small businesses manage their social media accountsVolunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effort

The central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growthA renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA community center offered free job training for people looking to switch to green energy careers

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• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce energy use during peak hours
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areas
• ·The government released data showing economic growth of 3% in the last quarter
• ·The government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic pest control methods
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders
• ·The local zoo started offering behind-the-scenes tours to teach visitors about animal care
• ·A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirements
• ·Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 58% more efficient than current models
• ·A famous writer gave a lecture at the local library about her creative process
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of sugary drinks to prevent obesity
• ·A city installed more traffic lights in busy intersections
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft