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 social media platform introduced a new algorithm to personalize content
• ·Research finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who fly during weekday mornings
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping for all orders during a special sale
• ·The airport announced it will build a new terminal to handle the growing number of international flights
• ·A drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of green tea may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%, according to a 10-year study.
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·A community garden donated 300 pounds of tomatoes to a local food bank this summer
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and waterproof design
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policing
• ·The postal service introduced a next-day delivery service for packages sent within the same state
• ·A renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home country
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a token of appreciation
• ·A university research team made progress in developing a vaccine for a rare viral disease