A tech startup raised $250 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.5 billion

A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental scienceA taxi company added a "wheelchair-accessible" filter to its app

A fashion store started selling vintage-inspired clothing for young adultsA library started offering "book rentals by mail" for homebound patronsA farm started selling "honey sticks" as a healthy snack for kids

A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshopA software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals

A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need

A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and granola barsResearchers found that spending time in parks reduces stress in city residents

The government started a program to help people quit smokingA popular coffee chain announced it will source coffee beans from sustainable farms

Doctors developed a new surgical tool to make operations less invasiveThe community center offered free tutoring for students

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• ·A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two days
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from critics
• ·A bookstore started a book club for teens focusing on young adult fiction
• ·A clothing store started offering free alterations for all items purchased in-store
• ·A farm started selling fresh produce directly to consumers through a online ordering system
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a famous space mission
• ·A team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materials
• ·A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%
• ·A grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Tuesdays, increasing family diners by 40%
• ·A severe earthquake hit a coastal town causing significant building damage and several injuries
• ·Researchers found that exercise can improve mental health in people with depression
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 44% in adults
• ·The military provided assistance to local authorities during a major flood rescue effort
• ·Major retailers extended their summer sale period by two weeks to meet customer demand