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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• ·Consumer confidence index rose by 5 points in October indicating improved optimism about the economic outlook
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullying among teens
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum
• ·A wildlife conservation group launched a campaign to protect sea turtle nests from human disturbance
• ·Research finds that keeping a garden improves physical activity levels
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs
• ·A fashion store started selling handmade scarves from local knitters
• ·Scientists found that birds are changing their migration patterns due to rising global temperatures
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region
• ·Photography exhibit highlighting urban street art opens in city center
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for dengue fever that delivers results in 15 minutes
• ·A truck accident on a highway spilled 150 gallons of oil causing a temporary closure
• ·A city expanded its bike lane network to make cycling safer for commuters
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient and less expensive to produce