A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on regional barbecue

The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic accidents and road hazardsA luxury hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use plastic toiletries in all rooms

Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteriaThe community center opened a new swimming pool and fitness classes for senior citizensA new study revealed that air pollution from cars affects children’s lung development by age 5

The government started a campaign to encourage citizens to register to vote before the deadlineA popular online store added a line of eco-friendly cleaning products made from natural ingredients

Researchers developed a vaccine to protect cattle from a disease that has been killing herds

The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the eastern part of townThe city banned single-use plastic utensils in all food service establishments

An oil company announced it will build a carbon capture facility to reduce emissionsA small plane crashed in a mountainous area with the pilot rescued by a search team

A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of certain cancers by 30%The postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages within 24 hours

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• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·Local schools added environmental science classes to their high school curriculum this semester
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A community organized a charity run to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·The government implemented new policies to reduce air pollution
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or more
• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa Rica
• ·Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industries
• ·A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for a children’s hospital
• ·A new highway project is expected to create thousands of jobs
• ·The city hosted an international film festival featuring independent films from around the world
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against a top-ranked international team
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum