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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• ·Oceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations
• ·A software company provided free technical support
• ·A famous actress announced she will produce a documentary about environmental issues
• ·The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to two scientists for their work on sustainable energy
• ·A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for four people at $25 each
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect forest habitats from deforestation
• ·A national park reported a record number of visitors during the summer months
• ·The government released data showing economic growth of 3% in the last quarter
• ·A student won a national scholarship for their research on renewable energy solutions
• ·A musician performed at a benefit concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchases
• ·Fitness center adds new cycling studio with virtual reality rides
• ·The local museum hosted a lecture series with experts talking about various historical topics
• ·Local authorities reported a 18% drop in crime rates over the past seven months citing improved community policing