A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain healthThe city announced plans to repave 50 miles of roads and repair potholes

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

A study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching effectivenessThe government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct chemistry experiments at homeA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music and dance from Latin America

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• ·Local firefighters responded to a factory chemical spill evacuating nearby residents as a precaution
• ·City council votes to increase minimum wage for municipal workers
• ·A charity organization launched a campaign to collect school supplies for children in war zones
• ·Community center provides free meals for children during summer break
• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 36% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·Track and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet
• ·A city expanded its bike lane network to make cycling safer for commuters
• ·A new video game streaming service launched with a library of over 500 classic games
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program on its network within its first two weeks
• ·A research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people
• ·A school district updated its technology infrastructure to provide faster internet access in schools
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened its doors to the public
• ·A gym offered family memberships at a discounted rate
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can improve skin health and reduce wrinkles
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team