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 famous artist opened a new exhibition featuring their latest works, attracting thousands of visitors in its first week.
• ·City officials approved a proposal to build more affordable housing units in downtown neighborhoods
• ·Magazine features profile of celebrity chef opening restaurant in small town
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing top designers’ latest work
• ·A popular restaurant chain opened its first location in a small town, creating 50 new jobs
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations
• ·A local farm started a community-supported agriculture program where people can buy shares of the harvest
• ·Shoe brand makes shoes from recycled rubber and organic cotton
• ·Local residents organized a protest against the closure of a neighborhood community center
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine for livestock
• ·Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of a seasonal respiratory illness
• ·The government announced a plan to plant 1 million trees over the next five years to combat deforestation
• ·A new mobile game tournament attracted over 10000 participants from around the world