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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• ·Swimming team wins national championship for second consecutive year
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit service to 24 hours on weekends
• ·Scientists at a top university discovered a potential new treatment for a rare genetic disease using advanced gene-editing tools
• ·A city council approved the construction of 400 new affordable housing units in the city
• ·Gardening center hosts classes on organic pest control for home gardens
• ·Archaeologists found an ancient temple in a remote area dating back more than 2500 years
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by natural disasters
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum
• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·Lifeguards conduct water safety classes at local swimming pool
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·The national hockey team announced its new captain for the upcoming season
• ·The government passed a law requiring food labels to include more detailed nutritional information
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection to celebrate its 50th anniversary
• ·A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities