A school started a gardening club where students grow vegetables to donate to local food banks

A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two daysA study showed that learning a musical instrument improves memory and brain function in kids

The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companiesA museum hosted a night event with live music, art displays, and food trucksA local bakery started delivering fresh bread to local restaurants and cafes every morning

Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zoneThe transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center

A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries or surgeryCity council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling

Movie theater announces plans to show classic films during weekday matineesPower company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winter

Survey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning tripsTheater group performs original play about local history at community center

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• ·The school district announced all students will get free breakfast and lunch starting next year
• ·Movie theater offers family matinees with cheap tickets
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $5 billion in wind energy projects
• ·A river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland
• ·The government planned to build 10,000 new affordable housing units in urban areas
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·A school started a debate club that won a regional competition
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their curriculum to prepare students for tech industry jobs
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market
• ·A museum hosted a pottery workshop for adults
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of movie scripts to a film school
• ·A tech company donated software to non-profit organizations
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new emergency gear
• ·A local café started offering live music on weekend evenings
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilates