Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

Oceanographers discover underwater mountain range with unique ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniorsCar manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single chargeVolunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disaster

Radio station launches new program focused on local business storiesChemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 months

Swimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingA local artist created a series of paintings inspired by the city’s waterfront

The government announced plans to build a new port to increase trade with Asian countriesResearchers studied how different types of music affect workout performance

A popular streaming service added a new category for foreign-language filmsLocal police partnered with animal shelters to reduce the number of stray animals

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• ·The postal service announced it would increase the price of first-class stamps by 3 cents
• ·A farm started offering educational tours for school groups to learn about farming
• ·The postal service announced it would hire more workers to handle holiday mail
• ·A restaurant started using compostable packaging for takeout orders to reduce environmental impact
• ·A new program was launched to help ex-offenders find jobs and reintegrate into society
• ·The government approved funding for a new high-speed internet network in rural areas
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their monthly spending and savings goals
• ·A clothing brand announced a recycling program for old clothes to reduce waste
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries
• ·A scientist published a study showing that urban green spaces can lower air pollution levels
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new trade agreement
• ·Tennis player becomes youngest champion in tournament history at 17 years old
• ·The local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring rare penguins from the Antarctic Peninsula
• ·A popular streaming service added 100 new documentaries about environmental issues
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to create a line of casual wear