A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert cave

A major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European citiesHealth officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usualA famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hours

The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains

A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12A grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners

A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human bodyThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

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• ·A construction company won a contract to renovate a historic theater in the downtown area
• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%
• ·A major airline announced it would eliminate single-use plastics on all its flights by next year
• ·A new survey found that 70% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 150 units
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers through its website
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets
• ·A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feast
• ·A gym started a program to help people recover from injuries through exercise
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who grows organic produce
• ·A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted price
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author event with a famous children’s book writer
• ·A hotel started using digital keys that guests can access through their smartphones
• ·Podcast interviews environmental activist about climate change solutions
• ·Scientists warned that rising ocean temperatures are causing coral reefs to die at an alarming rate