A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter

A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive gamesA community garden hosted a "harvest festival" with live music and food made from garden produce

A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashionA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tabletsA farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous model

A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and familyA restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticks

A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year

A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sampleTheater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment

Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kidsCamping store sells lightweight gear for backpacking trips

Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollutionSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs

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• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks
• ·A new bridge over the river will reduce traffic congestion
• ·A tech company started a program to train young people in coding
• ·Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and ballet
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·The national basketball team lost its international tournament semi-final ending its championship bid
• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·The school district announced plans to replace old school buses with electric vehicles
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bicycles available at 30 different stations
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students working evening shifts
• ·Researchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing