Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active

Local hospitals started offering free flu shots to senior citizens and low-income familiesThe national space agency shared new images of Saturn’s rings captured by a space probe

A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamonScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of timeThe school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental health

A new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headachesLocal artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the space

The government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated children’s section and storytime eventsA startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the finalA museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in Athens

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• ·A school started an environmental club that organizes recycling drives and tree plantings
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day with affordable sessions for 45 families
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for seniors learning to use smartphones
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullying
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help struggling readers
• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·A city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucks
• ·A school started a string orchestra program, providing free instruments to students who can’t afford them
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·A cultural exchange program allowed students to travel to other countries to learn about different traditions
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countries
• ·Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility bills
• ·A tech company introduced a new password manager app that helps users create and store secure passwords
• ·Farmers cooperative reports 20 percent increase in organic vegetable sales this quarter