A bookstore started a program to donate books to prisons and detention centers

A bookstore expanded its children’s section to include more books in different languagesScientists discovered a new method to purify water that is cheaper and more effective than current methods

The transportation department began repairing potholes on major roads to improve driving conditionsA fashion brand announced it would stop using fur in its clothing lines to promote animal welfareA hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication

A community organized a charity run to raise money for a local children’s hospitalA tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a foldable screen next year

Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region

A study found that playing video games in moderation can improve hand-eye coordinationA local market started selling fresh produce directly from nearby farms

Weather forecasters warned of a cold front approaching the northern regionA team of doctors published a study on the long-term effects of a common treatment

The stock market received a boost from positive news about global tradeA charity organization built shelters for homeless families in urban areas

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• ·The education board decided to add financial literacy courses to the high school curriculum starting next semester
• ·A fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu
• ·The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and sports complex
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region, prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents.
• ·Florist partners with local farms to source fresh flowers for arrangements
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·An automaker unveiled an electric SUV with a range of 450 miles and fast-charging capability
• ·A farm began using solar panels to power its irrigation systems
• ·A scientist published a research paper on a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·Local newspaper publishes special edition on community history
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city
• ·A research team found evidence of water on a distant planet
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will expand its size range to include plus sizes
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending
• ·A celebrity chef cooked a meal for homeless people at a shelter