A community garden hosted a "tomato growing contest" with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits

The police department launched a campaign to educate residents about preventing home burglariesScientists used stem cell technology to grow functional organ tissues in a laboratory setting

Local shops reported higher foot traffic during the weekend craft fair in the town squareThe university announced a new research center focused on finding solutions to plastic pollutionA strong thunderstorm knocked down trees and caused power outages in three counties

Researchers detected signs of liquid water beneath the surface of a distant moonThe city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoods

A famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event

Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this yearA charity organization launched a campaign to collect school supplies for children in war zones

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduates

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• ·Archaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about Leave No Trace principles
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·A gym added a new weight training section with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·A study found that ocean acidification has increased by 30% since the Industrial Revolution threatening marine life
• ·Theater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable thanks to government economic policies
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by floods
• ·Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter with designs by local designers
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·Biologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices
• ·A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdays
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that fermented for 48 hours for better flavor
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cells