A group of volunteers organized a clean - up event along the riverbank

Coffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for students

Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion schoolResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levelsPet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsOnline retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50

Physicists conduct experiments to study black hole behavior

Softball team wins regional tournament and qualifies for nationalsMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming film

Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energySurvey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels

Theater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city parkBiologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

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• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce sugar intake
• ·The federal bank announced it will adjust interest rates to stabilize the national currency
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured owl and releases it into wild
• ·A tech startup received a large investment to develop new software
• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus
• ·A major bookstore organized a book signing event with a best - selling author
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of the flu
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s band program
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote recycling among businesses and schools
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances
• ·A popular burger chain announced it will open 35 new locations in western states next spring
• ·A farm sold fresh flowers at the farmers market
• ·A farm used organic farming methods to grow its crops
• ·Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism and energy levels