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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• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries, calling for increased donations.
• ·A school started a robotics team that qualified for a national competition in its first year
• ·A renowned artist opened an exhibition featuring 40 new abstract paintings at a city art gallery
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days
• ·Local police solved a theft case using DNA evidence from a crime scene
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog that can change color to match its surroundings
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open 24 hours a day during the holiday shopping season
• ·The government announced a $390 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent market changes
• ·The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidents
• ·Movie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against a top team
• ·The local theater hosted a special performance to raise money for charity
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a flexible screen
• ·The national soccer league announced plans to add two new teams in the eastern region