The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year

Cycling event draws over 1000 participants for 50 mile ride to support charityStudy shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits

Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metalLibrary hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parentsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

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• ·A library hosted a tech help for seniors session that taught 45 people how to use smartphones
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly people learn how to use smartphones and computers
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of shoes made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·A national park reported a sighting of a rare animal thought to be extinct
• ·Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserve
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool that makes procedures less invasive
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A construction project to build a new elementary school is ahead of schedule
• ·The local community center hosted a job fair for residents looking for work
• ·The government introduced new regulations to ensure food is free from harmful chemicals
• ·The national economy grew by 3.6% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·Coast guard conducts training exercises in preparation for hurricane season
• ·Engineers tested a new type of solar panel that can generate electricity even on cloudy days
• ·A tech company announced a new feature for its video streaming service