The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themes

Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percentFirefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month

Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic wasteOceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patientsCar company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge

Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town

Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviewsA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

The government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologiesA bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature

Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

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• ·Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debris
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in adults with hypertension.
• ·A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system function
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $3 billion in solar power projects over the next decade
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new community pool
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will use only sustainable and recycled materials in its products by 2030.
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in coastal towns
• ·The postal service announced it will expand Sunday delivery to more cities across the country
• ·A classic rock band announced a farewell tour after 40 years of performing
• ·A coffee shop started offering bring your own mug discounts to reduce disposable waste
• ·The postal service announced it would deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season
• ·Coast guard conducts hurricane drills in preparation for storm season
• ·A local newspaper printed a special section on local history
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning