Local businesses are offering special discounts to attract more customers

A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hoursLocal farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produce

The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countriesA golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final holeA hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds

Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patientsThe public transit system started offering a monthly pass that includes free bike rentals

A clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products immediately

A truck accident on a highway spilled 100 gallons of fuel causing a temporary closureHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

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• ·A hospital introduced a new telemedicine service for patients in rural areas
• ·City council approves funding for new public skate park in westside neighborhood
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state competition
• ·A leading financial institution predicted that the country’s GDP will grow by 2.8% next year up from 2.1% this year
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coast
• ·A school started a debate club for students interested in public speaking
• ·A library started offering free computer classes to help seniors learn basic digital skills
• ·Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown area
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat bread
• ·A music festival organizer announced that all proceeds from next year’s event will go to wildlife conservation
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills