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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• ·A small plane crashed in a field near an airport with the pilot and passengers rescued safely
• ·Fashion designer showcases new collection inspired by traditional African textiles
• ·The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities
• ·Local businesses supported a program to train young people for jobs
• ·A study revealed that eating breakfast helps children perform better in school
• ·A school added a new course on coding to prepare students for careers in technology
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A severe hailstorm with baseball-sized hail damaged crops on 70 farms in a rural county
• ·The government launched a program to provide free legal aid to low-income families
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 500
• ·Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations
• ·The prime minister attended an international summit on global trade agreements
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·Local farmers markets reported record attendance during the summer months
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current models