A city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks

Archaeologists found evidence of an ancient civilization in a cave systemCar companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technology

A drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western statesThe Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biologyA community organization offered free job training programs for unemployed residents

A retail store announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns next yearResearchers found that vitamin D deficiency is linked to increased fatigue in adults

The prime minister attended an international summit on global trade agreements

A fire at a warehouse destroyed thousands of dollars worth of goodsA photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website

A hotel renovated itsA local community center announced plans to host a free job fair for unemployed residents

Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnessesA major retail chain revealed it will open 20 new stores in small towns across the country

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• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools to support online learning
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by local artists
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for students with valid school IDs
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to reduce single use plastics in all its locations
• ·Experts warned that rising sea levels could submerge several coastal towns by 2050
• ·The city started a program to help homeless people find jobs and affordable housing
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwater
• ·A study found nuts reduce cholesterol
• ·Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teens
• ·A car manufacturer announced plans to release an all electric SUV next year
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A team of historians found a diary written by a soldier from the Civil War
• ·Tech company releases smart home device that monitors and adjusts indoor air quality
• ·A podcast about science and technology reached 1 million monthly listeners after one year of production