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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• ·Students attended a workshop on environmental conservation
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·A historical preservation group restored a 19th-century lighthouse that will open as a tourist attraction
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·Researchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing
• ·A government program helped homeowners make their homes more energy efficient
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food scene
• ·A new documentary about climate change won an award at an international film festival
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·A bakery started supplying fresh bread to 10 local hotels and restaurants on a daily basis
• ·The national rugby team won a dramatic match with a last-minute try
• ·Students organized a fundraiser that raised $15000 for a local animal shelter
• ·The local community organized a cultural festival to celebrate the area’s diverse heritage
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly is good for brain development in children
• ·A bank announced it will forgive up to $15000 in student loans for graduates in healthcare fields