A photographer hosted a "family photo day" that offered affordable photo sessions for 30 families

The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animalsA bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish, French, and Mandarin

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that break down oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow seasonA fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal products

A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $25000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

Hot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parksThe government built new schools in growing neighborhoods to reduce overcrowding

A museum displayed ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensA local farm offered tours to teach people about how food is grown

Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclableThe railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding

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• ·A popular streaming platform added a new category for independent films
• ·Photography exhibit highlighting urban street art opens in city center
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·Music festival announces lineup including indie bands and Grammy-winning artists
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments improves brain function
• ·A local artist painted a large mural on a downtown building to promote unity
• ·A middle school started a robotics club that won third place in a regional competition
• ·The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts as snacks reduces afternoon hunger
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current models
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester
• ·Researchers found that drinking plenty of water throughout the day can improve focus and productivity
• ·A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government offices
• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the world
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhood