A jewelry brand released a collection using recycled metals and ethically sourced gemstones

A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring rare penguins from the Antarctic PeninsulaResearchers studied the impact of screen time on eye health in young children

Local police solved a series of burglaries using security camera footage from local businessesA popular coffee chain introduced a new cold brew made with locally sourced beansThe city council approved plans to build a new skate park and outdoor gym in a suburban park

Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa RicaA Grammy-winning musician announced a world tour to promote their new album

The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 23% this year

A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokesA taxi company updated its fleet with 20 new hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions

A restaurant added a vegan menu option that quickly became one of its most popular choicesA city council voted to approve a new ordinance that bans single-use plastic bags in retail stores

A scientist developed a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteriaA small business owner expanded their online store to include international shipping options

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• ·A community garden hosted a workshop on how to grow herbs and use them in cooking
• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician with national following
• ·The city introduced a parking app for easy payment
• ·Software firm releases new tool to help small businesses manage inventory
• ·The government passed a law to limit noise from construction sites to nighttime hours
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces screen time for kids
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.6 hours to 1.25 hours
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will source all its coffee beans from sustainable farms by 2026
• ·A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its rooms
• ·A discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·Study shows that gardening lowers blood pressure in middle aged adults