A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.

A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blogA tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book affordable local workshops

A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this seasonA city installed new public Wi-Fi hotspots in 15 downtown parks for residents and visitorsA university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers

A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookingsA bookstore hosted an author Q&A event that drew over 120 attendees interested in fantasy novels

A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space

A coffee roaster started selling small-batch beans sourced from family farms in ColombiaLocal schools held a sports day for students to promote physical activity

Scientists discovered a new source of renewable energy in the desertA major airline announced a new route to a popular tourist destination

The national handball team won the national championshipA new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world

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• ·Teachers received additional training to enhance their digital teaching skills
• ·Police department launches campaign to reduce speeding in school zones
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·Pet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies
• ·A cyclone in the Pacific caused widespread damage to coastal villages
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured fox and releases it back into wild
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into protected forest area
• ·Scientists observed that a bird species is changing its diet due to climate change
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two towns
• ·Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this year
• ·A tech company collaborated with a university to develop new artificial intelligence technology
• ·A high school football team won the state championship for the first time in 20 years with a 21-14 victory
• ·A new survey found that 65% of employees prefer hybrid work models combining remote and in-office work
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for disaster relief
• ·A hospital purchased a new 3D imaging machine to improve the accuracy of medical diagnoses