The city started a program to fine people who litter in public spaces to keep the city clean

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur leather and other animal productsA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery lifeHot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks

A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time

The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schoolsResearch finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids

Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and suppliesMarine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans

School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sportsChemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets

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• ·Astronomers share new images of Mars taken by rover
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·The community center hosted a job fair with local employers hiring for various positions
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for children under 12
• ·A gym added a new indoor pool for swimming lessons and exercise
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50
• ·The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·A tech company allowed employees to work four-day weeks resulting in higher productivity
• ·The federal reserve indicated it may lower interest rates slightly to stimulate economic growth
• ·A sports equipment store donated 100 sets of gear to a youth sports program
• ·A major oil company announced it would be investing $10 billion in renewable energy projects over the next five years.
• ·A national park closed a trail for maintenance
• ·Research indicates that volunteering helps people feel more connected to community
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater
• ·A city installed public Wi-Fi in parks