A city organized a parade to celebrate its 200th anniversary

Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineriesA small plane made an emergency landing on a highway with no injuries reportedA study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%

The postal service introduced a new package pickup service for customers at homeVolunteers helped paint and repair a community center in a low-income neighborhood

A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts

Local schools installed air purifiers in classrooms to improve indoor air qualityA hospital opened a new pediatric cancer ward with private rooms for patients and families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea trench off the coast of JapanThe government offered tax breaks to homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs

A streaming service added a collection of classic cartoons from the 1950s and 1960sFirefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning

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• ·Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year
• ·Paramedics receive new equipment to improve emergency response times
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes
• ·The stock market jumped 3% after a key company reported higher-than-expected quarterly profits
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisine
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures to the northern states
• ·A large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainment
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household energy costs
• ·The education department announced free online courses for teachers to improve digital skills
• ·A farm started offering pick-your-own apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Jupiter’s moons
• ·A vineyard started offering wine tasting tours with guided walks through the vineyards
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes
• ·Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children