Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active

Local hospitals started offering free flu shots to senior citizens and low-income familiesThe national space agency shared new images of Saturn’s rings captured by a space probe

A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamonScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of timeThe school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental health

A new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headachesLocal artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the space

The government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated children’s section and storytime eventsA startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the finalA museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in Athens

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• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that cuts travel time between two towns by 15 minutes
• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs
• ·The city introduced a new parking app to help drivers find available spots
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13.5% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free software for students
• ·A city hosted a food festival featuring dishes from 50 different cultures
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects people with volunteer opportunities
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The national symphony orchestra recorded a new album of classical music
• ·Newspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms