A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music art displays and food trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgeryTV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·A bookstore started a program to donate used books to prisons and juvenile detention centers
• ·A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community center
• ·Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.
• ·Local restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·Florist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements
• ·The city’s public transport system launched an app that lets users buy tickets online
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in the workplace
• ·A school started a debate club that won a regional competition and qualified for the national tournament
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibition
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver in real time
• ·A supermarket chain started donating unsold bread to local shelters daily
• ·A farm began selling honey from its own beehives to local stores and farmers markets
• ·A tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset designed for educational purposes