A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area

The federal reserve stated it will maintain current interest rates to support economic recoveryA historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage

Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next monthDoctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effectsThe country’s GDP grew by 2.8% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions

Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 4 tons of wasteA best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activism

Local schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesStudy reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents

Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

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• ·A scientist published a study showing that urban green spaces can lower air pollution levels
• ·The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recession
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in both direct and indirect sunlight
• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and life satisfaction
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios in the medical ward
• ·Book club discusses novel about social justice issues
• ·City council votes to increase minimum wage for municipal workers
• ·Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housing
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·Scientists developed a new way to store renewable energy
• ·Highway department begins road improvement project on major route
• ·A university research team studied the impact of climate change on coastal communities
• ·Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young children
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Researchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·A historic building underwent restoration to preserve its cultural heritage