Police department launches app for reporting traffic hazards

The postal service announced it would hire 6000 temporary workers to handle holiday mailA celebrity chef opened a cooking school where students learn to make gourmet meals

Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollutionA tornado touched down in a small town, destroying 30 homes and a local high school

A study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects betterThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish, French, and Mandarin

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that break down oilThe government invested $200 million in building new wind farms in coastal areas

A toy company released a new line of educational toys that teach coding to kidsA community held a cultural festival with food music and dance from different countries

Researchers found that air pollution can increase the risk of asthma in childrenThe transportation ministry added more security cameras to public transit stations

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• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2300 years
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·A local theater hosted an independent film festival
• ·A software company provided free training to small businesses on how to use its products
• ·Football team names former player as head coach for upcoming season
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adults
• ·A theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern twist
• ·Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regions
• ·The government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation
• ·A study revealed that drinking chamomile tea before bed can help people sleep longer and better
• ·A sports team hosted a fan appreciation day
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness with 95% effectiveness
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·A grocery store started selling ugly produce at a discount to reduce food waste
• ·A social media app added new features to enhance user interaction