The fire department responded to a large blaze at a commercial building downtown

University researchers find way to make solar panels 15% more efficientRetailer launches loyalty program that rewards customers for eco-friendly purchases

Survey shows 80% of parents want more mental health support in schoolsBakery debuts new line of sourdough breads made with heirloom wheatScientists discover new species of frog in Amazon rainforest with unique coloration

Public library offers free 3D printing workshops for community membersTennis player wins first Grand Slam title after defeating defending champion

Government invests $30 million in affordable childcare programs statewide

Book publisher releases biography of iconic civil rights leaderA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government offices

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobsLocal authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

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• ·Local authorities announced a single-use plastic bag ban in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A gym offered family memberships at a 30% discount to encourage families to exercise together
• ·A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health
• ·The city started a program to help homeless individuals find temporary shelter and jobs
• ·A film won several awards at an international film festival
• ·Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sites
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruits and vegetables to make healthy eating more convenient
• ·Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new study
• ·A school started a environmental club that planted trees on school grounds
• ·Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft
• ·A new study revealed that social media use can affect self esteem in teenagers
• ·A smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·A sports team won a state championship
• ·The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sector