Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week

A famous singer performed a surprise concert for nurses and doctors at a city hospitalThe city’s public library added more e-books and online databases for students and researchers

Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energyWeather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rainA team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that produces 50 percent more energy

The stock market fluctuated due to uncertainty about upcoming government policiesA charity raised funds to provide college scholarships for students from low-income families

Scientists discovered that a common kitchen spice has properties that fight inflammation

The national rugby team won the regional championship after a thrilling overtime matchA tech startup launched an app that uses AI to help users learn to play musical instruments

Doctors developed a new inhaler that delivers medication more effectively for asthma patientsThe local theater held a charity performance to raise money for disaster relief

A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve athletic performanceThe national weather service warned of a blizzard approaching the northeastern states

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• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 8 tons of trash
• ·A new public bike path opened connecting downtown to suburban parks spanning 12 miles
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to source all its coffee from sustainable farms
• ·A charity organization sent medical supplies to hospitals in a developing country
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment system
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years
• ·Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their reading skills
• ·The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change in Paris
• ·Scientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical praise attracting over 13000 visitors on its first weekend
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·A farm offered pick-your-own apple days in the fall, attracting families from 50 miles away
• ·Scientists observed a rare comet passing close to Earth
• ·Heavy rain caused a river to overflow its banks flooding nearby farmland
• ·Clothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic