Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%

Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collectionLocal bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphonesFootball team names former player as head coach for upcoming season

Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service

Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young childrenA tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament

A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseasResearchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness

The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishmentsAn oil company announced it will build a new carbon capture facility at its refinery

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• ·Camera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat chronic pain without addictive medications
• ·A school started a garden club where students grow vegetables to sell at the farmers market
• ·Running club organizes 5K race to raise money for cancer research
• ·Volunteers organized a cleanup event to remove trash from a popular local lake
• ·A hospital introduced a new telemedicine service for patients in rural areas
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for several counties in the southern state
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for the poor
• ·Local elementary school installs solar panels to reduce energy costs
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·A farm offered pick-your-own apple days in the fall, attracting families from 50 miles away
• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of bank robberies in the region
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual
• ·Weather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekend
• ·A photographer released a book of photos showcasing the natural beauty of the region