Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduatesA professional athlete donated sports equipment to underprivileged youth programs

The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practicesA bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersJuice bar adds new menu items made with local seasonal fruits

Animal shelter organizes adoption event to find homes for 50 petsNewspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area

Astronomers spot new planet that could support life in distant solar systemRunning club hosts 5k race to raise money for local charity

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• ·Plant nursery sells pollinator-friendly plants to support bees
• ·Scientists developed a battery that uses recycled materials and is easier to dispose of
• ·A pet store started offering grooming services for dogs and cats
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased this year
• ·A local school held a charity event to raise money for children with cancer collecting over $60000
• ·Local businesses participated in a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Engineers create portable water purifier for disaster zones
• ·A gym started a fitness program for people with disabilities
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal drink made with locally sourced apples and cinnamon
• ·Public library partners with local schools to provide after school tutoring
• ·A popular burger chain announced it will open 35 new locations in western states next spring
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·A software company partnered with a hospital to develop a new app for patient appointment scheduling