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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• ·Tea shop imports rare teas from Japan and India
• ·The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infant
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote recycling among businesses and schools
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and toys for guests’ animals
• ·The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will open 15 new locations in small cities this year
• ·A tech company released software updates to improve security
• ·Power company offers rebates to customers who install solar panels
• ·A bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorations
• ·Local governments were granted more autonomy to make decisions on public transportation and environmental policies
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·A study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills
• ·A software company released a new graphic design app that is free for students and educators