The stock market closed at a new high after a week of gains

A coffee chain announced it will source all its beans from sustainable farmsThe city council approved a project to build a new community center in the suburbs

Archaeologists found evidence of an ancient civilization in a cave systemCar companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technologyA drought led to water conservation measures in cities across the western states

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biologyA community organization offered free job training programs for unemployed residents

A retail store announced it will open 20 new locations in small towns next year

Researchers found that vitamin D deficiency is linked to increased fatigue in adultsA study found that reading before bed can improve sleep quality

A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at craft fairsA city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on buildings

A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sampleA pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners

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• ·A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·Local vineyards reported their best harvest in a decade due to ideal summer weather conditions
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make eco-friendly choices
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in the basements of 80 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Chemists develop new material that is both strong and biodegradable
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create a series of promotional photos
• ·Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospital
• ·A city organized a parade to celebrate its 200th anniversary
• ·A coffee shop hosted a coffee tasting event with beans from around the world
• ·A university offered scholarships to students studying environmental science
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new pedestrian bridge over the river downtown
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection to celebrate its 50th anniversary
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating a breakfast high in protein reduces midday hunger
• ·Engineers created a new type of battery that can power electric vehicles for 500 miles on one charge
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable water bottle saves over 150 plastic bottles per year
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging bridges in urban and rural areas