A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic buildings

A photographer created promotional photos for a local boutiqueA hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests, increasing bookings by 25%

A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $45,000 for a local nonprofitA construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 150 unitsA study found that reading before bed can help people fall asleep faster

A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at local craft fairsA city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on 10 downtown buildings

A scientist developed a fast, affordable test for common food allergies

A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy ownersFire department hosts open house to teach residents about fire safety

Music festival announces headliners including Grammy award winning artistsCity council votes to ban plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year

Veterinarian clinic offers free spay and neuter services for stray animalsTrain service adds late night routes to accommodate weekend travelers

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• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship for the third year in a row
• ·A school district hired 50 new teachers to reduce class sizes in elementary schools
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that is more environmentally friendly
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build parts of a new building
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 50 families
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.3% in September the lowest in 15 years
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills
• ·University offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering
• ·A new survey found that 70% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability.
• ·A bakery won first place at a regional food competition for its signature sourdough bread
• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation, including new subway stations and bus routes.
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring rare penguins from the Antarctic Peninsula
• ·Archaeologists uncovered ancient pottery and tools in a dig site in the northern desert
• ·Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next month