A pet groomer opened a new salon that offers spa treatments for dogs and cats

A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental scienceA taxi company added a "wheelchair-accessible" filter to its app

A fashion store started selling vintage-inspired clothing for young adultsA library started offering "book rentals by mail" for homebound patronsA farm started selling "honey sticks" as a healthy snack for kids

A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshopA software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals

A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need

A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola barsResearchers found that spending time in parks reduces stress in city residents

The government started a program to help people quit smokingA popular coffee chain announced it will source coffee beans from sustainable farms

Doctors developed a new surgical tool to make operations less invasiveThe community center offered free tutoring for students

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• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 10 minutes
• ·Art gallery showcases works by emerging local artists
• ·Research shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall risk
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to offer free coding classes for high schoolers
• ·A sports brand launched a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·A charity organized a benefit concert
• ·A tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years
• ·A soccer league expanded to include two new teams starting next season
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour across major cities next fall
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·International organizations are sending medical teams to regions hit by a recent earthquake
• ·A large bookstore chain opened a new branch in the shopping district