A tech startup launched an app that connects people with local volunteer opportunities

Doctors warned about the increased risk of flu during winter monthsA large-scale music festival will take place in the park next summer

The city council approved plans for a new shopping mallEngineers successfully tested a new type of renewable energy deviceA popular restaurant chain is expanding to three new locations

Students achieved record exam results in this year’s national testsA charity organization launched a campaign to end homelessness

The country’s economy grew by 23 percent in the last quarter

A team of explorers completed a journey across the ArcticCandle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups

Ambulance service trains community members in CPR and first aidTV show wins multiple awards at entertainment industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening increases physical activity in adultsPlant store offers indoor gardening workshops for apartment residents

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• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spice
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgrounds
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in low income families
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physics
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss
• ·Study reveals that spending time with pets reduces feelings of loneliness
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea shrimp that can survive in extremely high-temperature vents
• ·A pet store hosted a training workshop for new dog owners
• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas
• ·A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its rooms
• ·A new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia
• ·A study found that outdoor exercise is better than indoor exercise
• ·A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windows