A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown

A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of a historical eventA study revealed that drinking chamomile tea can help people sleep better

A city banned plastic bags in all retail storesAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planesScientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergies

The government launched a program to help small businesses create online storesA bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poets

A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winterWeather conditions caused delays in shipping and delivery services across the country

A team of veterinarians opened a new clinic specializing in the care of exotic pets like reptilesThe stock market closed at a new high after a week of steady growth

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in the workplaceScientists observed a rare atmospheric phenomenon that created colorful lights in the sky

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• ·The government announced plans to build more rural clinics
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city
• ·Hardware store sells rain barrels to help homeowners collect water for gardening
• ·A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals
• ·Inflation in food prices rose by 8% year-on-year prompting concerns about food security for low-income households
• ·Scientists compare environmental impact of organic and conventional farming
• ·Local police seized over $1.5 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected drug trafficking ring
• ·The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours during the holiday season
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%
• ·A coffee shop started offering bring your own mug discounts to reduce disposable waste
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 500 people
• ·A school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program
• ·A historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new baseball stadium for local teams
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recycling