The country’s GDP grew by 3.2% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meetStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsBakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers

Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issuesArt gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists

Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tabletsA city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters

An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or universityA study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged students

The government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regionsA toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physics

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• ·Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader
• ·The national ballet company performed a new dance piece to critical acclaim
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet, reducing its carbon footprint by 30%
• ·Engineers completed a new tunnel that connects two cities reducing travel time by 45 minutes
• ·A hospital expanded its pediatric ward to accommodate an increasing number of young patients
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 35%
• ·A local business association organized a networking event for small business owners
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·A construction company used drones to inspect the roof of a historic building before repairs
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy yoga event to raise funds
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 23% this year
• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a foldable screen and 5G connectivity
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schools