Researchers created a new device that can detect early signs of kidney disease using urine samples

A smartphone app that helps users find local restaurants added a feature for dietary restrictionsA farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier

A hospital started a support group for cancer patientsA national park announced it will extend its hours during the summer monthsA clothing store offered a sale on summer clothing to make room for fall inventory

A city launched a campaign to promote local businessesA research team discovered a new way to clean up oil spills more effectively

A bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing

A farm started selling organic eggs from its own chickensThe city council voted to increase funding for public schools’ science programs

Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentrationA major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders

The national tennis team won a major international competitionA local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights

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• ·A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·The government planned to build more affordable housing units
• ·A coffee roaster began selling small batch, single origin coffee beans online
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour to promote their latest album next year
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flower decorations
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one charge
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $45,000 for a local nonprofit
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·A severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal towns
• ·Cycling event draws participants of all ages from across the state
• ·The government increased funding for public transportation to add more buses during rush hour