Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year

Oceanographers discover underwater mountain range with unique ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel

Research shows that yoga improves flexibility and reduces joint pain in seniorsCar manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single chargeVolunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disaster

Radio station launches new program focused on local business storiesChemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 months

Swimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingA local artist created a series of paintings inspired by the city’s waterfront

The government announced plans to build a new port to increase trade with Asian countriesResearchers studied how different types of music affect workout performance

A popular streaming service added a new category for foreign-language filmsLocal police partnered with animal shelters to reduce the number of stray animals

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• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa Rica
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of winter clothing
• ·A gym started a program to help people recover from injuries through exercise
• ·A team of scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean, using a remotely operated underwater vehicle.
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy pet owners
• ·A major car manufacturer revealed plans to build a new factory dedicated to electric vehicle production
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss of up to 5% per year in adults over 50
• ·A scientist developed a new type of sunscreen that is better for coral reefs
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to vaccinate 10 million children against measles in Africa
• ·Local businesses organized a market to sell handmade products
• ·Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies
• ·Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacations
• ·A community organized a charity run that raised $10,000 for a local hospital’s children’s ward
• ·Hiking group discovers hidden waterfall in national forest during weekend trip
• ·A city announced it will install 50 new electric vehicle charging stations downtown
• ·Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia