A gym offered free fitness classes for first responders during the month of September

Chemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradableSwimming team breaks three national records at recent competition

Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teensFlorist offers special arrangements for upcoming holiday celebrationsTeachers receive training on new methods to support students with learning needs

Motorcycle show features latest models from leading brandsResearch finds that adequate hydration improves cognitive function

Pet store expands selection of organic food and natural toys

Coast guard rescues several sailors from storm hit boatCar manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single charge

Volunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disasterRadio station launches new program focused on local business stories

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

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• ·Engineers developed a new type of concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide from the air
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·Bookstore hosts author talk with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist
• ·A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areas
• ·An oil company announced it would cut its carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade
• ·Researchers found that hiking in mountainous areas improves cardiovascular health
• ·A new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new trade agreement
• ·The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states
• ·Scientists created a way to recycle old cell phones and extract valuable metals safely
• ·A severe drought in agricultural regions has led to crop failures, threatening food supplies and raising food prices.
• ·A scientist developed a portable device that tests water purity in 5 minutes
• ·Newspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area
• ·Local schools organized a cultural exchange program with schools abroad
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities