The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issues

Biologists create new pesticide that is safe for beesGymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition

Study finds that essential oils like peppermint boost energy levelsCoffee shop roasts its own beans on siteElementary school takes students on field trip to local farm

Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designersResearch shows that walking on grass improves balance in seniors

Pet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsScientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging

Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lotThe national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

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• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers who need transportation after dark
• ·Local businesses sponsored a youth art contest for children ages 6 to 14
• ·A gym added new weight training equipment
• ·A celebrity chef cooked a special meal for a charity event that raised $100000 for hunger relief
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists and support local artists
• ·A small business owner expanded their store to include a larger selection of products
• ·Research finds that spending time with grandchildren boosts happiness in seniors
• ·A tech company acquired a smaller startup to expand its product line
• ·A famous novelist announced the release of a sequel to their best-selling book next spring
• ·Local schools updated their curriculum to include more practical skills
• ·Volunteers helped paint and repair a community center in a low-income neighborhood
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A restaurant chain announced it would eliminate single-use plastics from all its locations
• ·A charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students
• ·A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of release
• ·Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in children