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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• ·A government agency launched a water conservation campaign
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.
• ·A national park reported an increase in sightings of endangered wolves, indicating a successful conservation effort
• ·A discount store announced it will open 35 new locations in small towns across the country
• ·Scientists developed a way to grow vegetables in deserts using limited water resources
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A study found weekly socializing with friends improves older adults’ mental well-being
• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a European league for a record $150 million
• ·The police department launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents in the city
• ·A fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled denim and organic cotton
• ·A clothing brand started selling its products online through a new website
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories
• ·A university started a new program in graphic design and digital media