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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• ·The national tennis team qualified for the international tournament
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food items to reduce food waste
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·Farmers adopted new irrigation techniques to conserve water during dry spells
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy yoga event, raising $5,000 for care costs
• ·A charity organization launched a campaign to end homelessness
• ·Local residents protested against the construction of a new highway through a park
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their listening skills
• ·A new restaurant specializing in Korean BBQ opened to long waiting lists
• ·The community center opened a new after-school program for kids interested in science
• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas
• ·The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertainty
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology for part of a building project