The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions

A study revealed that students who read for pleasure have higher vocabulary skillsThe government passed regulations to prevent companies from using false advertising

A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the birthday of a famous artistA coffee shop started using compostable cups for all its drinksA space agency sent a probe to explore a comet in the outer solar system

The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to be more energy-efficientA new movie received four nominations at a major film awards show

Researchers found that eating avocados can lower bad cholesterol levels

A city added more bike lanes to encourage people to cycle to workScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using natural bacteria

The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winterA fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothing

A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counselingA community organized a charity walk to raise money for cancer research

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• ·A professional basketball player signed a record-breaking $250 million contract with a new team, making it the largest deal in league history.
• ·Highway department begins road improvement project on major route
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·A new study showed that exercise can improve self-esteem and confidence in teenagers
• ·A community center hosted a free yoga class every Saturday, drawing 50+ attendees each session
• ·A major bank announced low-interest loans for women and minority-owned small businesses
• ·Local businesses sponsored a youth art contest for children ages 6 to 14
• ·A hospital announced it will build a new pediatric wing with 40 beds and specialized equipment
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·Police used drone technology to locate a missing child in a national park
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers stress levels
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 30 different cultures