A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer

Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social mediaGovernment approves funding for new public park in urban neighborhood

Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekendTrain company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridershipResearch finds that reading before bed helps improve sleep quality in adults

Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and balletElectronics manufacturer recalls certain laptop models due to battery safety concerns

Hiking group discovers hidden waterfall in national forest during weekend trip

Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adultsTennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resort

Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young childrenBakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweeteners

Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safetyOpera house stages modern adaptation of classic opera with digital sets

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• ·Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital
• ·A clothing brand announced it will use only organic cotton in its products by next year
• ·A drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens
• ·A farmers market hosted a holiday market
• ·A popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday season
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 beds
• ·Police recovered over $50000 worth of stolen electronics during a raid on a storage facility
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of ant in the rainforests of Brazil
• ·A major bank announced it will offer student loan forgiveness programs for customers who work in public service jobs for five years.
• ·A bakery donated 10% of its profits to a local food bank during the holiday season
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar cookies for health-conscious customers
• ·Biologists discover new method to protect bees from harmful pesticides
• ·A clothing store started offering free alterations for customers who buy clothes in store
• ·Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurity
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 40 countries over the next year