A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

Firefighters rescue several cats from burning apartment buildingCoffee shop donates portion of sales to local animal shelter

Oceanographers discover new species of deep sea fish in Mariana TrenchBookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s authorResearch shows that yoga reduces symptoms of arthritis in older adults

Car manufacturer unveils hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissionsVolunteer group builds houses for families affected by recent flood

Radio station adds new program focused on local music and artists

Chemists develop new paint that cleans air pollutants when exposed to sunlightA photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on Instagram

A hotel added a "fitness center" with cardio machines and free weights for guestsA musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazine

A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office buildingA study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stress

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• ·A finance app reached 5 million downloads
• ·The government invested $200 million in building new wind farms in coastal areas
• ·The national basketball league announced changes to its playoff format
• ·Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oil
• ·A national park started a volunteer program to clean up litter from its beaches and trails
• ·A school district updated its curriculum to include lessons on climate change and sustainability
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey
• ·A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skills
• ·The police department launched a program to build better relationships with community members
• ·A professional cyclist won a prestigious race setting a new course record
• ·A severe thunderstorm with strong winds knocked down power lines affecting 8000 households
• ·The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·A software company released a new graphic design app that is free for students and educators