The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year

A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book affordable local workshopsA farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season

A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitorsA university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workersA pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookings

A bookstore hosted an author Q&A event that drew over 120 attendees interested in fantasy novelsA construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space

A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in Colombia

A school district added a new art program that teaches students pottery and digital designA research team studied the impact of air pollution on respiratory health

A local café offered free Wi Fi to customers who spend a minimum amountA government program helped homeowners install solar panels on their roofs

A sports team won a regional championship and qualified for a national tournamentA city banned smoking in public parks to protect non smokers

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• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·A construction company used 3D printing to build parts of a new affordable housing development
• ·A fashion designer collaborated with a sustainable brand to create an eco-friendly clothing collection
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for seniors learning to use smartphones
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth teams
• ·The national economy grew by 3.4% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular hearing tests to detect hearing loss early
• ·The national tennis tournament set a new attendance record with over 150000 spectators
• ·A streaming service added a new collection of classic films to its library
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create a series of promotional photos
• ·A farm started selling its produce online to reach more customers
• ·Scientists discovered that a common herb has anti-inflammatory properties
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems
• ·A tech company laid off hundreds of employees due to restructuring
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance