The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issues

Biologists create new pesticide that is safe for beesGymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition

Study finds that essential oils like peppermint boost energy levelsCoffee shop roasts its own beans on siteElementary school takes students on field trip to local farm

Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designersResearch shows that walking on grass improves balance in seniors

Pet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsScientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging

Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lotThe national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

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• ·Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materials
• ·A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A tech company released a new software tool to help small businesses manage finances
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·Survey finds 65% of employees want more professional development opportunities
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic trade agreement after three years of diplomatic negotiations
• ·A fashion designer released a limited-edition scarf collection inspired by local wildlife
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibition
• ·A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet owners
• ·Local community groups organized a cleanup effort to remove plastic waste from the city’s main river
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·A study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric wing with specialized care for sick children
• ·The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardens
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent
• ·The city implemented a new program to collect and recycle food waste from households