Local government plants 2,000 trees in urban parks to combat heat islands

Coast guard rescues sailors from sinking boat in stormy seasNewspaper profiles local musician who signed with major record label

Biologists develop new method to protect bees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competitionStudy finds that essential oils like lavender improve sleep quality

Coffee shop roasts its own beans on-site for freshnessElementary school takes students on field trip to science museum

Fashion show raises money for charity with designs by local students

Research shows that walking on grass improves mental clarityA coffee shop started offering "coffee tasting flights" where customers can sample three different types of coffee

A university opened a new science lab equipped with state-of-the-art technology for student researchA taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to split fares with friends

A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collectionA library started offering "tech help sessions" where volunteers assist residents with using smartphones and computers

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• ·Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend
• ·A famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader
• ·Study finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for nationals
• ·The city hosted a beer festival featuring local breweries and food trucks
• ·Volunteers helped repair homes for low-income families as part of a community service project
• ·An airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes and reduce carbon emissions
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free coffee and tea to passengers during morning commutes
• ·A pet store started offering grooming services for dogs and cats
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake to practice emergency responses
• ·Tech firm Microsoft unveiled a new software tool to help businesses manage remote teams
• ·A local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families
• ·Local schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 86% the previous year
• ·The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groups
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour starting in the fall
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families with children to help with childcare costs