The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent economic downturns

Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contestResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function

Juice bar uses cold press technology to preserve nutrients in fruit and vegetable juicesAnimal shelter partners with local vet clinic to provide free spay neuter servicesNewspaper reports on growth of small batch craft beer industry in the area

Astronomers detect signs of habitability on exoplanet located 300 light years awayRunning club hosts 10k race that raises $50000 for local food bank

Study finds that learning American Sign Language improves cognitive flexibility in kids

Candle company releases fall collection with scents like cinnamon and apple ciderA famous actor announced they will star in a new movie about environmental conservation set to film next year

A city added 10 new bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion and promote eco-friendly transportationA study showed that eating one serving of leafy greens per day can lower the risk of diabetes by 15%

A small business owner launched an online store that now accounts for 60% of their total revenueA group of volunteers cleaned up over 2 tons of trash from a local beach during a weekend event

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• ·A technology startup raised $20 million in funding to develop a new app that helps users manage their personal finances.
• ·The city council approved plans to renovate the old train station into a community center
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern opera
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool that makes procedures less invasive
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jeans
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients manage chronic pain
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring rare penguins from the Antarctic Peninsula
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A city installed new recycling bins in 20 public parks to reduce littering
• ·A farm started growing a variety of herbs to sell to local restaurants and chefs
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces stress levels in busy professionals
• ·A coffee shop started offering plant-based milk options for all its drinks