The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

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 experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run

Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentThe local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about science

A new study showed that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than indoor workoutsThe city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue

A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdaysScientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals

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• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines
• ·A farm began selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer months
• ·A retail store announced it would extend its opening hours to 10 PM during the holiday shopping season
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea turtles from habitat loss
• ·A library hosted digital literacy classes for adults learning to use email and online banking
• ·A tech company released an update to fix security vulnerabilities in its software
• ·A farmers market started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible
• ·Art gallery showcases works by local artists with disabilities
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly packages that include beds, bowls, and treats for guests’ pets
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids with free helmets and lessons
• ·A small business owner started offering online workshops to teach others how to start their own businesses
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history
• ·A tech company donated to an education charity
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its food
• ·A streaming service added a library of classic foreign films with English subtitles