The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·The school district announced all students will get free breakfast and lunch starting next year
• ·A university announced it will offer free tuition to students from families with incomes below $50,000
• ·A small business owner expanded their pet store to include a grooming salon
• ·Engineers designed a new type of battery with longer lifespan
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s yearbook
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 6.5 tons of trash
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a rover to explore a distant asteroid
• ·A national park started a guided tour program led by park rangers
• ·A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A pet rescue organization hosted an adoption drive that found homes for 120 cats and dogs
• ·A tech company started a program to train young people in coding
• ·A university research team studied the impact of climate change on coastal communities
• ·The local zoo planned to build a new aviary for its collection of rare birds
• ·A large hotel chain announced plans to install solar panels on all its properties