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 government agency launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides
• ·Researchers discovered that plants grow better when exposed to soft music for a few hours a day
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author
• ·The government offered tax credits to businesses that install solar panels
• ·A charity started a housing program to help homeless individuals find and maintain apartments
• ·The national tennis team won a major international competition
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units
• ·Weather experts warned of severe thunderstorms expected to hit the eastern region
• ·The World Bank approved a $800 million loan to improve water supply systems in a poor country
• ·A university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Doctors reported a decrease in smoking rates among young adults
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration with a local chef, showcasing recipes using market ingredients
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology