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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• ·The federal reserve stated it will maintain current interest rates to support economic recovery
• ·The railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·A local farm offered tours where visitors can learn about organic farming practices
• ·Doctors warned about the dangers of excessive sugar consumption
• ·Bus company adds wheelchair accessible vehicles to all routes
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for the poor
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra help in math and reading
• ·A musician released a new single that was played on 20 regional radio stations
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·The space agency successfully deployed a satellite to study climate change patterns
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·A restaurant started offering breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging bridges in urban and rural areas
• ·A new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adults
• ·A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better academic performance