A city council voted to increase green spaces by building three new community parks

A major music festival announced a cashless payment system to reduce food and drink wait timesA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travelA severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook with restaurant recipes that sold out its first print run

Local residents voted for a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and tech

A tech giant announced a new streaming service with exclusive content competing with existing platformsA new video game was released and quickly became a top seller

The local government invested in improving public parks and green spacesA tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self - driving cars

Farmers faced challenges due to unexpected changes in weather patternsThe national symphony orchestra performed a concert to celebrate its 50th anniversary

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• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·Retailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times
• ·A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown
• ·A gym started a program for people with disabilities to help them stay active
• ·A city introduced a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour to help low-income workers
• ·A bank announced it will forgive up to $15000 in student loans for graduates in healthcare fields
• ·A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticity
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night
• ·Scientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil health
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the upcoming summer raising concerns about heatwaves
• ·A scientist developed a new method to detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease using a simple blood test
• ·A city council approved funding to repave 25 miles of residential roads damaged by winter weather
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city
• ·A university opened a career center to help students find internships and jobs