A hospital expanded its pediatric ward to accommodate an increasing number of young patients

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

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• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and well-being
• ·A new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·Ambulance service trains community members in CPR and first aid
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookings
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book local experiences
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to include more comfortable seating
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly packaging
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bikes and 50 docking stations
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu items
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in fusion cuisine combining two cultures
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art micro