Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy

Doctors created a new treatment for eczema that reduces itching and inflammationThe community organized a beach cleanup that collected over 2 tons of trash

A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivityThe city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucksScientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medications

The government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitalsA popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season

Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adults

The police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rushA severe heatwave forced schools to close early and outdoor events to be canceled

Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain virusesThe city council voted to add more public restrooms in downtown parks and plazas

A famous clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its profits to environmental causesResearchers found that hiking in mountainous areas improves cardiovascular health

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• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·Local artists organized a community art project to decorate abandoned buildings
• ·A local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honey
• ·An automaker released an electric truck with a range of 500 miles and a towing capacity of 12000 pounds
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·A popular music festival attracted 50,000 attendees with performances from top international artists
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship
• ·The university awarded scholarships to top students from low - income families
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in the basements of 80 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from another museum