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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• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior center
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A major film festival announced its lineup including 25 international films making their debut
• ·The local zoo offered special educational programs for school groups
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts on loan from a museum in Cairo
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·The government announced a new policy to provide free healthcare for low-income families
• ·A local bakery won a national award for its artisanal bread, which is made using traditional methods and local ingredients.
• ·A major airline announced it would eliminate single-use plastics on all its flights by next year
• ·A study found that watching nature documentaries can improve empathy and environmental awareness
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol
• ·A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that controls all household appliances with voice commands
• ·Study shows that 15 minutes of daily meditation lowers anxiety levels in adults
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults