A farm started offering "pick-your-own" apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities

Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutesThe railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours

A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contenderA study revealed that drinking peppermint tea can help relieve digestive issues like bloatingA city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucks

An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissionsScientists found that a certain type of mushroom can boost the immune system when eaten regularly

The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry slam where local poets competed for a cash prizeScientists developed a new type of fabric made from recycled plastic bottles

The city council voted to increase funding for science and math programs in public schoolsResearchers found that listening to classical music improves focus in college students

A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online orders over $50The national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time in 20 years

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• ·A local bakery won an award for its traditional bread recipes
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·The national park service announced plans to repair hiking trails damaged by last year’s storms
• ·Researchers created a new type of biodegradable packaging that breaks down in six months
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothing
• ·Engineers build new bridge that can withstand strong earthquakes
• ·Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month
• ·A restaurant chain announced it would source all its ingredients from local farms by next year
• ·Schools introduced new courses to teach digital skills
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or more
• ·A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools
• ·A construction company finished building a new hospital wing for pediatric care
• ·A city added 50 new public benches in downtown parks and along busy sidewalks
• ·Weather service warns of heavy snowfall in northern regions this weekend
• ·A gym added a new weight training section with state-of-the-art equipment