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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• ·A charity started a program to provide free meals to elderly people
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and has a longer battery life
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·Research finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools, including new classrooms and technology.
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for over 10000 households in the suburbs
• ·A study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·Local schools implemented new safety measures to protect students and staff
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than previous models
• ·Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better health
• ·Farmers in the southern region reported a 15% increase in tomato harvests this season