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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• ·Police department launches app for reporting traffic hazards
• ·A team of engineers upgraded the city’s water system
• ·A charity organization launched a drive to collect books for schools in developing countries
• ·Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designers
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet access
• ·Movie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area
• ·The World Bank approved a $720 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural schools
• ·A construction company won a contract to renovate a historic theater in the downtown area
• ·A tech company moved its headquarters to a larger building to accommodate its growing team
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·Swimming team breaks three national records at recent competition
• ·A bookstore hosted an author signing event that drew over 150 attendees