A new survey found that 72% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability

A library started a teen book club focused on young adult fiction, drawing 20+ membersA farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop, expanding its customer base

A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new emergency gearA software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft appsA community organized a "cultural exchange day" where residents shared food and traditions from 25 countries

A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food sectionA photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win for their yearbook

A hotel added a rooftop bar with city skyline views, becoming a popular spot for locals

A musician performed at a benefit concert that raised $18,000 for disaster reliefHardware store offers DIY home repair workshops for beginners

Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during stormNewspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage

Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competition

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• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a higher resolution camera and longer battery life
• ·College students invented a device that turns kitchen waste into biogas for cooking
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·Dance troupe performs at international festival in Paris
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A farm started a CSA program where customers can buy weekly boxes of fresh produce
• ·The city held a food festival with dishes from 40 different countries and live cultural performances
• ·The government announced a plan to reduce student loan debt for graduates in public service jobs
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated
• ·Chemists create natural cleaning products safe for pets
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·A city banned smoking in public parks to protect non smokers
• ·A city installed 40 new electric vehicle charging stations in parking lots around the city
• ·Florist partners with local farms to source fresh flowers for arrangements
• ·A hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinas
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices