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 study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 36% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·A community garden hosted a herb drying workshop to teach residents how to preserve herbs
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season
• ·Power company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winter
• ·A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new beds
• ·A team of archaeologists discovered ancient artifacts at a dig site
• ·A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices
• ·A wildlife conservation group started a campaign to protect endangered sea turtles
• ·A local bakery won first prize at a national baking competition for its chocolate cake
• ·The stock market experienced a minor decline after news of a global supply chain disruption
• ·A major film festival announced its official selection including 25 international premieres
• ·Camera store offers workshop on photography skills for beginners
• ·The government announced a new initiative to provide free job training for unemployed youth
• ·A sports equipment store opened a new location in a suburban shopping center
• ·Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injury
• ·The central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth