A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menuScientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes

The school district announced it will replace all old textbooks with digital tablets for studentsA new study revealed that excessive social media use is linked to feelings of loneliness in teensLocal artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhood

The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildingsA large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetings

Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardensA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucks

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• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A national park reported a record number of visitors during the summer months
• ·Farmers are switching to organic farming methods to meet consumer demand
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient Roman ruins in a small European village
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·Juice bar uses locally grown fruits and vegetables for all menu items
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet
• ·The city council approved a plan to expand the subway system
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy days
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in number theory
• ·A golfer set a new course record with a score of 61 during a professional tournament
• ·A musician released a new single that was played on 20 regional radio stations
• ·Book publisher launches new series of adventure books for middle schoolers
• ·A hospital started a support group for patients recovering from stroke
• ·A famous chef hosted a cooking show on national television
• ·The national tennis team qualified for the international tournament