A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible trainsA fashion designer collaborated with a charity to create a clothing line that raises money for orphans

A hospital used telemedicine to treat patients in remote areas who can’t travelA community center organized a sports day for kids with games and prizesA tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models

A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farmsA study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying

The government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and catsNewspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

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• ·A tech company announced it would plant a tree for every product sold to help the environment
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·A charity raised $200,000 to build a new community center in a low-income neighborhood
• ·A local business association organized a networking event for small business owners
• ·A new survey found that 75% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of artisanal breads made with ancient grains
• ·Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisine
• ·A tech company unveiled a new augmented reality tool for classroom learning
• ·A clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products immediately
• ·A study showed that spending time in nature can reduce symptoms of depression by 35% in adults
• ·A charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood