A drought in the southwest led to the restriction of outdoor water use for businesses

A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centersWeather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersResearchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancersThe city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekends

A major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights

The stock market experienced a small dip after news of a potential trade dispute

A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean waterPet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competition

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park and outdoor gym in a suburban park
• ·The postal service announced faster delivery times for packages across the country
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitors
• ·Engineers tested a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as current models
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new equipment
• ·A farm started growing a variety of herbs to sell to local restaurants and chefs
• ·A study showed that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives
• ·The local community center hosted a job fair for residents looking for work
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free software for students
• ·Scientists discovered a new method to purify water that is cheaper and more effective than current methods
• ·A well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 years
• ·A tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents