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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• ·City council approves funding for new public skate park in westside neighborhood
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbeque to raise funds for new emergency response gear
• ·Highway department begins road improvement project on major route
• ·A community garden won an award for its contributions to the local food system
• ·A major airline updated its in flight entertainment system with more movie options
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·City officials approved a $360 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing
• ·Bakery gains viral attention for matcha-flavored sourdough bread
• ·A study showed that eating dark chocolate in moderation improves blood flow and cognitive function
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days
• ·A tech company announced it will partner with a nonprofit to provide tech training to unemployed individuals
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable mugs
• ·A popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to reuse or recycle