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 severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A gym offered online fitness classes
• ·A study showed that online tutoring can improve test scores by 18% in high school students
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on traditional regional dishes
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical acclaim attracting over 12500 visitors on its first weekend
• ·Local restaurants reported a 25% increase in customers during the holiday weekend
• ·A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at night
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoods
• ·A local theater company performed a Shakespeare play in a park for free
• ·The World Health Organization updated its list of essential medicines to include new diabetes treatments
• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years
• ·A tennis player won their 22nd Grand Slam title becoming the oldest champion in the sport’s history
• ·Coast guard conducts training exercises in preparation for hurricane season
• ·Local artists collaborated to create a large mural celebrating the city's cultural diversity