A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown

A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of a historical eventA study revealed that drinking chamomile tea can help people sleep better

A city banned plastic bags in all retail storesAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planesScientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergies

The government launched a program to help small businesses create online storesA bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poets

A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winterWeather conditions caused delays in shipping and delivery services across the country

A team of veterinarians opened a new clinic specializing in the care of exotic pets like reptilesThe stock market closed at a new high after a week of steady growth

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in the workplaceScientists observed a rare atmospheric phenomenon that created colorful lights in the sky

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• ·The military announced it will host a public air show at its base next month
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes
• ·A city installed more public trash cans to reduce litter on sidewalks
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that fermented for 48 hours for better flavor
• ·A tech company donated old computers to local schools for educational use
• ·College students invented a device that turns kitchen waste into biogas for cooking
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with affordable housing units
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast canceled over 800 flights and closed public transit
• ·A new survey found that 82% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary
• ·A pet groomer added a teeth-cleaning service for dogs that became popular among local pet owners
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects volunteers with local community service projects
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food items to reduce food waste
• ·The government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t