Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups

A bakery introduced a "gluten-free bread" that tasted similar to traditional wheat breadA coffee shop hosted a "live jazz night" that featured local musicians and drew large crowds

A university awarded scholarships to 50 first-generation college studentsA taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce carbon emissionsA fashion store started offering "online styling consultations" for customers who prefer shopping from home

A library started a "book club for teens" that focused on young adult fictionA farm began selling "pick-your-own strawberries" during the summer months

A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and improved loading speedStudents organized a charity drive to collect school supplies for children in low-income areas

A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent raceScientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one charge

The police department launched a new program to teach self-defense to senior citizensA social media platform added a feature to help users filter out harmful content

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• ·The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year
• ·A coffee shop hosted a book reading event with a local author
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music charts
• ·Scientists invented a new type of wind turbine that generates more electricity
• ·The stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book affordable local workshops
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals
• ·A tech company donated $1 million to support science and math programs in public schools
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullying
• ·Medical researchers developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit perfectly