The city introduced a new recycling program to reduce waste

Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percentFirefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month

Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic wasteOceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patientsCar company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge

Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town

Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviewsA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

The government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologiesA bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature

Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different virusesThe railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

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• ·The WHO launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 5 million people in rural areas
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters
• ·A coffee shop began selling fair-trade coffee, ensuring farmers receive a living wage
• ·A new study revealed that social media use among teenagers is linked to increased feelings of loneliness and depression, according to researchers.
• ·A local theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·An electronics company recalled a model of digital cameras due to a faulty lens that could break
• ·A bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices
• ·A heavy sandstorm swept through the desert region reducing visibility to less than 500 meters
• ·The city introduced a new public transportation card for easier travel
• ·Candle company donates to reforestation projects
• ·A farm participated in a local farmers market to sell fresh fruits and vegetables
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake to practice emergency responses
• ·Researchers studied how exercise affects mood in people with depression
• ·A city launched a bike safety program for kids with free helmets and lessons
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce fuel costs and carbon emissions
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of visitors during the summer