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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• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 15 different countries
• ·An international art exhibition will be held in the capital next spring
• ·A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable packaging for food products
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after defeating the defending champions
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric wing to provide specialized care for sick children
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands
• ·A cultural center hosted a series of concerts featuring traditional music from different regions
• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·Scientists find way to extend shelf life of fresh produce by two weeks
• ·Postal service adds extra delivery days for holidays
• ·The government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year
• ·A hospital opened a new neonatal intensive care unit with state-of-the-art medical equipment
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early morning hours