A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t

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• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the world
• ·Football league announces expansion with two new teams starting next season
• ·The university announced a new research partnership with a leading tech company to study AI ethics
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school with 18 classrooms
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·Opera house stages new production of La Traviata with modern costumes
• ·A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·Swimming team wins national championship for third year in a row
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives at local stores and markets
• ·A golfer set a new course record during a professional tournament
• ·Pharmacy provides free flu shot clinics at senior centers and community halls
• ·A famous novelist announced a new book based on real-life historical events
• ·A construction company used recycled materials for a new road project
• ·A tech company partnered with a hospital to develop AI tools for diagnosing diseases
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers