by: Liz Freeman (Naples Daily News)

Naples once again is tops when it comes to residents being happy and feeling good about life.

An annual Gallup-Healthways survey of 189 cities nationwide about well-being found Naples is No. 1 for its residents having the highest sense of purpose and a positive outlook, according to the findings...

(Mayor Bill) Barnett said the Blue Zones Project has to be given credit for helping the community achieve the good standing.

“We are a walkable, bike-able, pedestrian-friendly city, and our citizens are focused on healthy living and learning about healthier lifestyles,” Barnett said.

Since 2015 Collier County has been pursuing a Blue Zones Project designation, sponsored by the NCH Healthcare System, where a large segment of individuals, businesses, government agencies and other organizations pledge to make enough changes in daily habits to improve their health and longevity.

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