Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal areaThe government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

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• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area
• ·City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival
• ·Coffee shop roasts its own beans on site
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 100 pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health, reducing pesticide use by 20%
• ·A small business owner launched an online store that now accounts for 60% of their total revenue
• ·A major airline added new in-flight snacks and meals made with organic ingredients
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·A tech startup announced a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features including blood sugar tracking
• ·Football team hires former national champion coach to lead next season’s roster
• ·Researchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·Book publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children
• ·Lifeguards teach water safety classes at community swimming pool
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast canceled over 800 flights and closed public transit