Theater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city park

The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issuesA historic theater was renovated with new lighting systems and seating after a small fire

Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shoppingDoctors used 3D printing to create a custom prosthetic for a patient with a limb defectThe country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October

Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new logging project in a protected forestA best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North America

Schools added mental health workshops to the academic calendar for students and staff

An energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homesNewspaper profiles local musician who gained national fame

Biologists create new pesticide that is safe for beesGymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition

Study finds that essential oils like peppermint boost energy levelsCoffee shop roasts its own beans on site

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• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free and vegan options for all of its popular pastries
• ·Local police increased patrols in shopping districts during the holiday season to prevent theft
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship after a final game overtime
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring recipes from their restaurant which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 10-mile stretch of highway to fix potholes
• ·A farm started offering a weekly subscription service for fresh produce boxes
• ·A city installed new recycling bins in public spaces to encourage more recycling
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for seniors learning to use smartphones
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season after high ratings in its fourth season
• ·The city council voted to add more bike parking spaces in downtown areas
• ·A farm started a CSA program where customers can buy weekly boxes of fresh produce
• ·Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families
• ·Local restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season