Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

A celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skillsResearchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 peopleA study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjects

The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windowsA bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter

The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by floodingA local business owner won an award for entrepreneurship recognized for their innovative sustainable business approach

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

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• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 18 new international routes by the end of the year
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photos
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·Online platform launches new feature to connect freelance workers with clients
• ·Research indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve athletic performance
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a remote forest
• ·A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windows
• ·Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new study
• ·A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinic
• ·Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern states, closing airports and schools, and leaving thousands of drivers stranded on highways.
• ·A community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s history
• ·A fashion store started selling vintage clothing alongside new items
• ·Gardening center offers workshops on growing herbs indoors during winter months
• ·A government program provided first-time homebuyers with down payment assistance up to $15,000