A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible trainsA fashion designer collaborated with a charity to create a clothing line that raises money for orphans

A hospital used telemedicine to treat patients in remote areas who can’t travelA community center organized a sports day for kids with games and prizesA tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models

A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farmsA study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying

The government passed a law to raise the legal age for buying alcohol

A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidaysSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and catsNewspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

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• ·Scientists collaborate globally on climate change research
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly
• ·Dietitian recommends adding leafy greens to daily meals for iron and vitamin K
• ·Volunteers organized a community food drive to help families in need during the holiday season
• ·Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic and natural rubber
• ·A university basketball team won its first conference title in 15 years
• ·A bakery won a national award for its pastry making
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·Electronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against a top-ranked team
• ·A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated content
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours for a deeper flavor
• ·City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival