Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week

A major airline announced plans to replace its older planes with more fuel-efficient modelsThe government introduced new laws to protect endangered bird species from habitat loss

A tech startup launched an app that connects volunteers with local community service projectsResearchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adultsA famous singer performed a surprise concert for nurses and doctors at a city hospital

The city’s public library added more e-books and online databases for students and researchersLocal businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy

Weather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rain

A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that produces 50 percent more energyDoctors created a new surgical procedure that allows patients to recover from knee surgery faster

The local museum hosted a "night at the museum" event with special tours and activitiesA new study showed that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in grandparents

The national park service announced plans to build new campgrounds in a popular national parkA major snack company recalled a popular product due to possible contamination with allergens

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• ·Researchers found that drinking green tea regularly can lower the risk of certain diseases
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·TV network announces new reality show about farm life
• ·A school district started a breakfast in the classroom program to ensure students eat before lessons
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated
• ·A scientist developed an eco-friendly battery that doesn’t use toxic materials
• ·Researchers developed a new method to turn seawater into drinking water
• ·A new high school is being built to accommodate growing student numbers
• ·A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rink
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior center
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in low-income neighborhoods
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a famous invention
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapy
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·A local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of shoes made from recycled plastic bottles