A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental health

A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisineThe government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning buildingScientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight

A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year

The city installed more public charging stations for electric vehiclesSoccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs

Study reveals that reusable water bottles cut plastic waste by 90 percentIce cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit

Sheriff’s department uses K9 units to detect illegal substancesTheater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian

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• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·A school district adopted a new curriculum focused on STEM subjects
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A local bookstore started a book exchange program where customers can swap books
• ·Dietitian recommends adding chia seeds to meals for omega 3 fatty acid intake
• ·A construction project to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhood started
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·Economists predicted a steady increase in the country’s GDP this quarter
• ·The city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks
• ·The local government introduced incentives for businesses to go green
• ·A community center organized a sports day for kids with games and prizes
• ·The community center hosted a job fair for local residents
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Medical researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against the flu
• ·Sheriff’s office increases patrols in residential areas during holiday season
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years