A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat lossA restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the year

Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effortThe central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth

A renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA global climate change summit ended with 120 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030

A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family incomeA new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production

A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became a bestseller on international book listsA strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured

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• ·A local bakery started selling gluten-free bread made with locally sourced grains
• ·Golf tournament raises $15000 for youth sports programs in local schools
• ·A farm started a educational program for school groups to learn about farming
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new high school in the growing southern neighborhood
• ·A major carmaker recalled 500000 vehicles over a potential brake system defect
• ·Electronics store offers back to school discounts on laptops and tablets
• ·Students participated in a debate competition on environmental issues
• ·A hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinas
• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·A scientist published a research paper on a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A tech company collaborated with a university to develop new AI technology for healthcare
• ·Movie theater offers discounted tickets for families on weekends
• ·Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in California and Oregon
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour