A local newspaper won a state journalism award for its investigative report on government waste

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries to cater to customers with dietary restrictionsA 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 friendsA fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collection

A library started offering "tech help sessions" where volunteers assist residents with using smartphones and computersA farm began selling grass-fed beef and free-range eggs to local restaurants and grocery stores

A fire department hosted a "smoke alarm installation day" where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homes

A software company released a new video conferencing tool that supports up to 1,000 participantsResearchers found that drinking plenty of water throughout the day can improve focus and productivity

A new electric vehicle model was released with a driving range of over 400 miles on a single chargePolice seized a large quantity of illegal drugs during a raid on a warehouse in the industrial district

A popular food festival returned after a two-year hiatus drawing over 50000 visitors on its first dayThe national basketball team qualified for the Olympics after winning the regional championship

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• ·Juice bar adds new menu items made with local seasonal fruits
• ·Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a tropical rainforest with bright blue feathers
• ·Local authorities announce plans to build more affordable housing next year
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade in-flight Wi-Fi to faster speeds
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or more
• ·High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprint
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection for the holiday season
• ·Weather conditions caused delays to flights at the main airport
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade
• ·Scientists at a leading university have discovered a potential new treatment for a rare genetic disorder, with clinical trials set to begin next year.
• ·Experts warned that prolonged drought could lead to water shortages in several western states
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 100 abandoned pets during a winter storm, appealing for foster homes.
• ·The government built new schools in growing neighborhoods to reduce overcrowding
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable clothing line made from recycled materials