Volunteers organized a cleanup event to remove trash from a popular local lake

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 experiences

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers 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 technologyA tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content

A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer monthsThe local zoo started offering behind-the-scenes tours to teach visitors about animal care

A new study showed that weight training can improve balance in older adultsThe city council voted to fund a new public art project in the main square

A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperatureScientists developed a new way to grow tomatoes in space for long-duration missions

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• ·A bookstore hosted a children’s storytime session every Saturday morning
• ·The national tennis team won the Davis Cup for the first time in 30 years
• ·The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online orders over $50
• ·Volleyball tournament features college teams from across the country
• ·Newspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Local authorities reported a 20% drop in crime rates over the past eight months thanks to enhanced community policing
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·The city announced plans to repair 25 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods
• ·A celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skills
• ·A tech company announced it will hire 1500 new employees for its AI research division
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use algae to produce biofuel
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years