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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• ·Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats
• ·A professional athlete donated sports equipment to underprivileged youth programs
• ·A construction company won a contract to build a new airport terminal
• ·Chefs from around the world gather for international cooking competition
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·A charity organized a 5K walkathon that raised $75,000 for childhood cancer research
• ·A farm installed a wind turbine to power its operations and reduce energy costs
• ·A café offered free refills on coffee for customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A coffee shop hosted a live jazz night every Friday that featured local musicians
• ·A charity organized a clothing drive to collect winter coats for homeless individuals
• ·A university opened a new research center focused on renewable energy solutions
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool that makes procedures less invasive
• ·The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·A school added a robotics lab where students can build and program their own robots
• ·A team of archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area, dating back over 2,000 years.
• ·A large retailer announced its first European store opening next year expanding globally