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 university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day with affordable sessions for 45 families
• ·Gymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition
• ·The government planned to build more bike-sharing stations in the city
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·The government passed regulations to limit the amount of sodium in processed foods
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school with 18 classrooms
• ·A space agency successfully landed a rover on a distant planet to collect soil samples
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibition featuring art from around the world
• ·A survey found that 80% of people believe social media has a negative impact on mental health
• ·University unveils new research center for renewable energy
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration while studying
• ·A city added more bike racks
• ·A charity launched a program to teach seniors how to video chat with family members
• ·Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil health
• ·A referendum on constitutional amendments will take place in June allowing citizens to vote on political reform