Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

Oceanographers discover underwater mountain range with unique ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniorsCar manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single chargeVolunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disaster

Radio station launches new program focused on local business storiesChemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 months

Swimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingA local artist created a series of paintings inspired by the city’s waterfront

The government announced plans to build a new port to increase trade with Asian countriesResearchers studied how different types of music affect workout performance

A popular streaming service added a new category for foreign-language filmsLocal police partnered with animal shelters to reduce the number of stray animals

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• ·Video game company announces release of new fantasy game next month
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a university to fund research
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter punishments for illegal hunting
• ·Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students
• ·A tech company announced plans to open a new office in a major city on the West Coast
• ·A pet shelter organized a fundraiser that raised $15,000 to cover medical costs for animals
• ·Researchers found that air pollution can increase the risk of asthma in children
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a famous invention
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groups
• ·A scientist developed a fast, affordable test for common food allergies
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s promotional materials
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle old electronics into valuable metals
• ·A school started a gardening club that grew vegetables for the school cafeteria