The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·City officials approved a $390 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration with a local chef, showcasing recipes using market ingredients
• ·A university announced it will offer a new degree program in environmental science starting next fall
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track their inventory
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·Freelance marketplace launches new feature for clients to hire freelance writers
• ·Hospital reports decrease in emergency room visits for seasonal illnesses this month
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 13% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning
• ·Doctors discovered a new way to treat allergies with fewer side effects
• ·A tech company unveiled a new augmented reality tool for classroom learning
• ·A city launched a program to help refugees integrate into society with language classes and job training
• ·A local high school’s soccer team won the state championship after a 3-0 victory in the final
• ·The government started a program to help farmers adopt organic farming practices
• ·A tech company donated old computers to local schools for educational use
• ·Engineers completed construction on a new dam to provide more water for agricultural use