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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• ·TV network announces new reality show about farm life
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been 20% above the annual average
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools highways and disrupting transit
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect natural habitats
• ·Doctors recommended that people eat more fruits and vegetables for a healthy diet
• ·A national park closed a popular campground due to a wildfire in the surrounding area
• ·A major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination
• ·City council votes to ban single-use styrofoam products in restaurants
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition collection
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with vegan pancakes and avocado toast
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people process food
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region
• ·The government introduced new regulations to ensure food products are free from harmful additives
• ·Coast guard rescues sailors from sinking boat in stormy seas