The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study 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 issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsA hospital opened a new pediatric wing with private rooms for patients and their families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of AustraliaThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings

A streaming service added a collection of classic animated films from the 1980s and 1990sFirefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early morning hours

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• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes
• ·The government started a program to help farmers adopt organic farming practices
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·A bakery began selling its products at a local farmers market which doubled its weekly revenue
• ·Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver disease
• ·Scientists found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of attention deficit disorder
• ·Fitness center adds new cycling studio with virtual reality rides
• ·A hospital started a support group for cancer patients
• ·Doctors discovered a new treatment for arthritis that reduces pain and inflammation
• ·A tech company partnered with a hospital to develop AI tools for diagnosing diseases
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior center
• ·A new survey found that 75% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new park in a residential area
• ·A study found that reading printed books improves comprehension more than reading e-books for most readers
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle old electronics into valuable metals