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 Oceanographers discover underwater hydrothermal vents with unique microbial life 
Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairsCoast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters 
  
Newspaper profiles local musician with national followingBiologists develop bee-safe pesticideGymnastics team wins first place at national competition 
  
Study finds that peppermint oil boosts focusCoffee shop roasts beans in small batches 
  
Elementary school takes students on field trip to zoo 
Fashion show raises money for women’s shelterThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies 
A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30% 
The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season  |