A chemical spill at a factory in the industrial area was contained with no reported health risks

Study reveals that family meals lead to healthier eating habits in kidsFlorist delivers flowers to hospital patients for free

Fire department gives away smoke alarms to low income familiesBook publisher launches new series about adventure and explorationResearch finds that outdoor play reduces myopia in children

Car dealership offers test drives of new electric vehiclesCommunity hosts festival with food music and craft vendors

Radio station holds fundraiser to help homeless veterans

Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminantsA bakery introduced a seasonal pumpkin bread with cinnamon glaze that sold out weekly

A coffee shop started roasting beans on-site, offering fresh brews within 24 hours of roastingA university opened a new research center focused on renewable energy technologies

A taxi company updated its app to let customers split fares and tip drivers digitallyA fashion designer created a clothing line using recycled ocean plastic, raising $10k for ocean conservation

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• ·A hotel started offering eco-stays with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals
• ·A study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settings
• ·A large energy company invested $3 billion in solar power projects across the country
• ·The city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas
• ·Research finds that drinking chamomile tea improves sleep quality in seniors
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animals
• ·The community organized a fundraiser to build a new playground in the local park
• ·A study showed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more information
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free software for students
• ·The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this quarter
• ·A study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create a series of promotional photos
• ·Scientists find way to extend shelf life of fresh produce by two weeks
• ·A new study revealed that eating more fruits and vegetables lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·A study found sleep improves athletic performance
• ·Electronics store offers discounts on laptops for back to school season