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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• ·A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.
• ·The government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores
• ·The WHO released new guidelines for healthy eating to prevent obesity
• ·A sports team hosted a fan appreciation day with free activities and giveaways
• ·A museum offered free admission to all visitors on national holidays
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advance
• ·A severe flood in the river valley destroyed several bridges and roads, cutting off access to three small towns.
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees new to the area
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating nuts reduces the risk of diabetes
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A popular TV show aired its series finale last night drawing millions of viewers and online discussion
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends
• ·Local businesses offered special discounts to customers who use bicycles instead of cars to shop