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 study found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower cholesterol levels
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users reserve spots in advance
• ·A fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff
• ·The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by inflation
• ·A construction company used recycled asphalt to repave a major highway
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two days
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature
• ·The city council approved a $90 million project to repair aging water pipelines
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve skin health
• ·A startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake and stay hydrated
• ·A local library started offering free computer classes for senior citizens
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition collection
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional crafts for local residents
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is better for the environment
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that can charge electric cars in 12 minutes