A smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste

A study found that daily walking can reduce the risk of stroke in older adultsThe space agency successfully landed a probe on a comet to collect samples

A coffee chain announced it will source all its beans from sustainable farmsThe city council approved a project to build a new community center in the suburbsArchaeologists found evidence of an ancient civilization in a cave system

Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technologyA drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western states

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biology

A community organization offered free job training programs for unemployed residentsA pet rescue organization started a "pet food bank" for low-income pet owners

A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinksA school district started a mentorship program for new teachers

A tech startup released a new app that helps users find local fitness classesA community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween

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• ·A city installed more public trash cans to reduce litter on sidewalks
• ·Doctors successfully performed the first ever organ transplant using 3D-printed tissues
• ·A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states
• ·A grocery store chain started selling pre-made healthy meal kits for busy families
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600
• ·Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure by 12% in hypertensive patients
• ·A tech company launched a new video editing tool that allows users to create professional videos with minimal experience
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire in early morning hours
• ·University scientists develop biodegradable packaging for fresh produce
• ·A new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health
• ·The fire department responded to a large blaze at a commercial building downtown
• ·Weather conditions forced the closure of several ski resorts due to high winds
• ·A new hotel opened in the mountains offering scenic views
• ·Doctors urged parents to make sure their kids get all required vaccines before school starts