A new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world

Local government plants 5000 native trees to restore habitat for endangered birdsMovie studio announces release date for live action adaptation of popular animated film

Power company offers free energy audits to residential customersSurvey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next yearTheater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city park

Biologists use drone technology to count seal populations in Arctic watersSoftware firm launches project management tool designed for small creative teams

Gardening center offers workshops on growing herbs indoors during winter months

Basketball team wins state championship after comeback victory in final two minutesLocal schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingThe government released a report showing a 24% increase in renewable energy jobs

A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for four people at $25 eachA study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 27%

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• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa Rica
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income
• ·A study showed that drinking water before meals can help with weight management
• ·Hardware store sells compost bins and gardening supplies for home gardeners
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 1 million downloads
• ·An airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer
• ·A pharmaceutical company released results showing its new drug reduces symptoms of arthritis by 40%
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this month
• ·A musician’s new album received 4-star reviews from local music critics
• ·A hospital purchased a new 3D imaging machine to improve the accuracy of medical diagnoses
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build the walls of a new office building
• ·A bookstore started a book club for teens focusing on young adult fiction
• ·A museum displayed a collection of ancient artifacts from a recent archaeological dig
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 130 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·Local schools held a science competition where students presented inventions for sustainability