A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025

A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or moreA fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit perfectly

A library’s graphic novel section became the most borrowed collection for teensA farm installed a rainwater collection system for its irrigation needsA fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill in the city’s tallest building

A software company released an inventory-tracking tool for small retailersA community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s indigenous history

A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with step-by-step recipes

A photographer created promotional photos for a local boutiqueHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

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• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program with counseling and medication support
• ·The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global campaign to vaccinate children in developing countries against measles and rubella.
• ·Students participated in a clean-up campaign along the river
• ·A study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settings
• ·The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance
• ·A pet store started offering pet grooming packages that include baths, haircuts, and nail trims
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of movie scripts to a film school
• ·The national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to regenerative agriculture
• ·The government announced a ban on single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Survey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year
• ·A tech startup secured significant investment to develop its innovative product
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find local fitness classes
• ·A bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for free
• ·A university hosted a conference on climate change that brought together 500 experts from around the world
• ·A pharmaceutical company received approval from health authorities to market a new vaccine for a common childhood illness.