A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region

Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticidesGymnastics team wins first place at regional competition

Study finds that using lavender essential oil reduces anxiety symptomsCoffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central AmericaMiddle school organizes field trip to science museum for students

Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion schoolResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels

Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets

City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bandsA grocery store started offering online recipe suggestions based on the items customers have in their cart

A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in classA photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years

A hotel added a spa and wellness center with massage services and yoga classes for guestsA musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital

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• ·Researchers discovered a new species of frog in the rainforests of Costa Rica
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with local artisans to create handmade accessories
• ·The local zoo offered educational programs for school groups to learn about wildlife conservation
• ·Fitness center offers group classes like Zumba and spin
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve sanitation systems in rural villages
• ·A tech giant acquired a small AI startup for $500 million
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 12% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·Researchers found that certain plants can purify the air in indoor spaces
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants
• ·Coast guard rescues sailors from sinking boat in stormy seas
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and preserves made from its own fruit
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·A city repaired 20 miles of roads and sidewalks as part of its annual infrastructure improvement plan
• ·A popular bakery chain announced it will open 25 new locations in coastal cities next spring
• ·A fashion brand launched a campaign to promote body positivity
• ·Police recovered a stolen painting worth $2 million during a raid on a private residence