Local farmers markets started accepting mobile payments to expand customer access

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meetStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice 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 exerciseElectronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated foxes back into natural habitat

Lifestyle magazine includes tips for saving money on utility billsA city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training

An airline announced it would add new routes to popular vacation spots in EuropeA study showed that practicing yoga daily can improve flexibility and reduce back pain

The government increased funding for mental health services in rural areas with limited providersA bookstore hosted a book signing with a famous fantasy author drawing over 800 fans

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• ·Local schools started using reusable water bottles to reduce plastic waste
• ·Local schools added coding classes to their curriculum to prepare students for tech industry jobs
• ·Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debris
• ·A popular singer released a new album that topped music charts in 15 countries
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area
• ·A tech company unveiled a new augmented reality tool for classroom learning
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 25% over the past two years.
• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers
• ·Local schools started offering after-school robotics programs for middle school students this week
• ·Freelance platform adds new category for video editing services
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coast
• ·A coffee shop started roasting beans on-site to provide customers with the freshest possible coffee
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area
• ·Researchers found that exercise can improve mental health in people with depression
• ·A tech company released a language-learning app
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section