A local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t

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• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with chronic illnesses
• ·A tech company launched a new virtual reality game
• ·A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·A clothing brand announced a recycling program for old clothes to reduce waste
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for extreme heat in the coming days
• ·City council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling
• ·Marine biologists found that coral reefs are recovering faster than expected in protected areas
• ·Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure proper fit
• ·Movie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety
• ·A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fall
• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at national competition
• ·A tennis player won their 22nd Grand Slam title becoming the oldest champion in the sport’s history