Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days

The city council banned the use of single-use plastic utensils in all restaurantsA popular streaming service added a new category of documentaries about science and technology

Researchers found that regular strength training reduces the risk of falls in the elderlyThe government launched a campaign to promote eco-tourism in national parksA tech startup developed a new device that monitors the quality of drinking water at home

Doctors created a new surgical procedure that allows patients to recover from knee surgery fasterThe local museum hosted a "night at the museum" event with special tours and activities

A 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 parkThe airport announced it will expand its terminal to accommodate more passengers

Volunteers organized a clean-up activity to remove garbage from the local riverA popular music festival revealed its lineup including many world-famous singers

Teachers are receiving training to use new teaching methods in the classroomThe stock market experienced a slight rise after the release of positive economic data

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• ·Study shows that gardening lowers blood pressure in middle aged adults
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric emergency room with child friendly decor
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park
• ·A software company provided free training to small businesses on how to use its products
• ·The government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors
• ·A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles
• ·A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award
• ·A major hotel chain announced a zero-waste policy cutting landfill waste by 90%
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employment
• ·Florist delivers free flowers to hospital patients
• ·A hospital started a support group for families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·A small business owner used social media influencers to promote their products and increase sales
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·A school district decided to add financial literacy classes to the high school curriculum
• ·A new study indicated that exercise boosts the immune system