Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%

Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionLocal bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphonesFootball team names former player as head coach for upcoming season

Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service

Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young childrenA tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament

A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseasResearchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness

The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishmentsAn oil company announced it will build a new carbon capture facility at its refinery

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• ·The transportation department began construction on a new highway interchange to reduce congestion
• ·A museum hosted a lecture on space exploration by an astronaut
• ·Bird watchers record sighting of endangered eagle in state park
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists and boost local businesses
• ·Candle company releases holiday scents like pine and cranberry
• ·The local zoo started offering night tours to see animals that are active after dark
• ·The postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages that arrive within 24 hours
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian artifacts that had been on loan from a foreign museum
• ·An airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer
• ·A local farmers’ market started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakers
• ·A supermarket chain started donating unsold bread to local shelters daily
• ·A major airline revealed it will add 15 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand
• ·The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issues
• ·Coast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for arthritis to reduce pain
• ·A construction project to renovate an old movie theater into a performing arts center began