A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·Cycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside
• ·A research study found that volunteering can improve mental health
• ·TV network announces new drama series from award winning screenwriter
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s disease using new drug compounds
• ·Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this year
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit service to 24 hours on weekends
• ·A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller
• ·A local school district decided to adopt a four-day school week to reduce costs and improve student attendance.
• ·A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to over 100 degrees for five consecutive days
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans to support the community
• ·The city introduced a new bike sharing program to promote eco friendly transportation
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals
• ·Bakery wins regional award for best apple pie made with heritage fruit varieties
• ·Local farmers reported a 28% increase in corn yields thanks to new drought-resistant seeds
• ·The government invested in new technology for public schools
• ·A study showed that teachers who use video lessons have more engaged students