Volunteer group helps rebuild homes damaged by natural disaster

Photography exhibit featuring images of endangered species opens at science centerScientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease

Community center provides free summer camps for kids from low-income familiesTennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resortStudy shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children

Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweetenersPolice department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safety

Opera house stages modern adaptation of classic opera with digital sets

Research indicates that early reading programs reduce literacy gaps in preschoolersA new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary

A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults

A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 78 dogs and catsA tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently

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• ·A smartphone company launched a trade-in program, offering up to $500 for old devices to reduce electronic waste
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation, adding 5 new bus routes and extending service hours
• ·The government announced plans to build more mental health clinics in rural areas
• ·A construction company began work on a new apartment building that will include 200 affordable units
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life
• ·Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficiently
• ·A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in low income families
• ·A farmers market added a section for local beekeepers to sell honey and beeswax products
• ·Dance school holds recital featuring performances by 200 students
• ·Engineers designed a new type of building material that is stronger and more energy-efficient
• ·A fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff
• ·Local restaurants reported a 40% increase in outdoor dining reservations during the summer months
• ·A coffee roaster began selling small batch, single origin coffee beans online