A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking

Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and happinessPet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farmsAstronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state competitionStudy finds that reading to young children helps develop language skills

Bakery offers new line of low sugar pastries for health conscious customers

Police department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidentsResearchers found that playing puzzle games can improve cognitive function in older adults

The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spacesAn oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue teamA study showed that eating breakfast within 90 minutes of waking can boost energy levels

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• ·A hospital started a program to help patients with mobility issues access home healthcare services
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal drink made with locally sourced apples and cinnamon
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable water bottle saves over 150 plastic bottles per year
• ·The central bank kept interest rates unchanged citing stable economic conditions
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 93%
• ·A farm started selling its produce to a local grocery store chain
• ·A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·Tennis star wins grand slam tournament for the third time in career
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all public parks and recreational areas
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new immunotherapy drug
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·A group of countries signed an agreement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests can increase the number of immune cells in the body
• ·A study revealed that eating fish twice a week can improve brain health and memory