PRNewswire reports McDonald’s in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts are launching a new Happy Meal, supporting the company’s recently announced ’Commitments to Offer Improved Nutrition Choice!”

…Available in all Connecticut and Western Massachusetts restaurants by Friday, October 28 and nationwide by the first quarter of 2012, the new Happy Meal automatically includes Apple Slices (apple slices, 1/4 cup or 1/2 serving) as a side to the choice of Chicken McNuggets®, a Hamburger, or Cheeseburger, and choice of beverage, in which fat-free chocolate milk and 1% white milk will be options. In addition to Apple Slices, the meal also includes a new smaller size French Fries (1.1 ounces). For those customers who prefer a side choice of apples only, two bags of apples will be available upon request…

Parents all over should be thrilled knowing there’s healthier options for their kids when choosing fast food. “Kudos McDonalds!”