A coffee roaster partnered with a Colombian farm to source ethically grown beans

The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this quarterA hospital opened a new emergency department to handle increased patient numbers

Researchers found that reading physical books improves retention better than e-booksLocal businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transportThe national soccer team hired a new head coach with international experience

A tech startup raised millions in funding to develop AI-powered healthcare toolsThe government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated

A new art exhibit featuring local artists opened at the city’s main gallery

Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a major outdoor music festivalA gym started a rehabilitation program for people recovering from injuries

A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windowsA tech company released a new virtual reality game set in ancient Rome

A local theater announced plans to produce a new play by a local playwrightA school started a music program where students learn to play wind instruments

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• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·The city council approved plans to renovate an old factory into a community art space
• ·A popular actress announced her return to the stage after a long break
• ·A airline reduced its carbon footprint by using biofuel for some of its flights
• ·Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online orders
• ·A famous novelist announced a new book based on real-life historical events
• ·A tech startup released software to help businesses manage remote teams efficiently
• ·A group of volunteers cleaned up over 2 tons of trash from a local beach during a weekend event
• ·A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips
• ·Engineers successfully tested a new type of renewable energy device
• ·A local bakery started selling gluten-free bread made with locally sourced grains
• ·Weather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regions
• ·A local newspaper started a column featuring local business owners
• ·A flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary school
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new coral reef ecosystem in the Indian Ocean