A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can pick fresh herbs and vegetables for cooking classes

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores and sell products digitallyA tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their personal finances and save money

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems and eye diseases earlyThe local museum hosted a lecture series with experts talking about various historical topicsA new study showed that air pollution can affect cognitive function in older adults

The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportationA major airline added new in-flight snacks and meals made with organic ingredients

Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel and used in car manufacturing

The school district added a financial literacy course to teach students about budgeting and savingCoast guard rescues boaters caught in storm off northern coast

Newspaper profiles local musician who won national music awardBiologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming bees

Gymnastics team wins first place at national competitionStudy finds that peppermint essential oil improves focus and concentration

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• ·Researchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new technology and resources
• ·A popular music festival announced it would feature headlining performances from three Grammy-winning artists
• ·A airline improved its on time departure rate by upgrading its scheduling software
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·The government announced a $400 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure
• ·A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create a line of athletic wear for women
• ·Bakery wins regional award for best apple pie made with heritage fruit varieties
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer for the environment
• ·A popular coffee chain launched a new series of drinks made with local ingredients
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one charge
• ·Film festival announces lineup including works from 25 countries
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a rover to explore a distant asteroid
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·Local schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 88% the previous year