A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025

A study found that volunteering 2 hours a week can improve overall happinessA small business owner started a blog about their industry, gaining 6,000 followers

A city launched a bike safety program for kids, giving away free helmets and lessonsA scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuelA pet store started offering supplies for exotic pets like reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a vegan menu with 12 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new PE teacher to add yoga and kickboxing classes

A tech company released a language-learning app that uses games to teach vocabulary

A community garden donated 220 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchenThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaksA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

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• ·A city launched a recycling reward program where residents earn points for recycling that can be redeemed for local discounts
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A café introduced a seasonal pumpkin spice latte that increased weekend sales by 30%
• ·The national ballet company performed for a global audience via live stream
• ·A small business owner expanded their pet store to include a grooming salon
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 92%
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1200 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·A cyclist won the national championship race by a margin of 2 minutes
• ·An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer package deals for travelers
• ·A new study showed that eating breakfast can help maintain a healthy weight
• ·Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to families
• ·A local bookstore hosted a book signing event for a celebrity author
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending that adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night to maintain optimal health.
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with chronic illnesses
• ·Researchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness
• ·A drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens