The government started a program to help farmers adopt sustainable farming methods

Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tabletsWildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat

Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility billsScientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil healthTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents

Book publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservationA city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music, art displays, and food trucks

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• ·A taxi company added 50 electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children
• ·The national hockey team announced its roster for the upcoming season
• ·A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight entertainment systems
• ·Scientists discover ancient shipwreck with well-preserved artifacts in Mediterranean Sea
• ·A city council voted to increase the budget for public libraries to expand hours and resources
• ·A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novel
• ·A sports league announced it would shorten its season by two weeks to reduce player fatigue
• ·Students achieved record exam results in this year’s national tests
• ·The local zoo announced the arrival of a new animal from another country
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program to encourage sustainable fashion practices
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest area.
• ·A local café partnered with a local charity to donate a meal to a homeless person for every coffee sold
• ·The government announced a new $500 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic challenges.
• ·A tech startup developed a new app that helps users track and reduce their household energy use