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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• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A national park closed a trail for maintenance
• ·A historic theater was restored to its original 1920s design after a year-long project
• ·Coffee shop roasts coffee beans in small batches for freshness
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5
• ·A major airline announced it will use sustainable aviation fuel for 10% of its flights
• ·A new study showed that air pollution has a negative impact on children's lung development
• ·A research team discovered a new species of marine life in the ocean
• ·The national parliament passed a law against false advertising with heavy fines for violators
• ·Radio station hosts fundraiser to collect food for local food bank
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building
• ·A fire at a manufacturing plant in the industrial zone forced nearby residents to evacuate
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A school district added after-school programs
• ·A study showed that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain function
• ·The police department launched a campaign to teach people how to protect themselves from identity theft