A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two days

Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depressionPlant store offers tips for keeping houseplants alive

Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlifeNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns

The government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shiftsScientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapy

A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

The government started a program to help small businesses set up online storesA tech startup launched an app that tracks spending and helps users save money for goals

Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseasesThe local museum hosted a lecture series with historians talking about the city’s history

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• ·The government provided funding to repair historical buildings damaged by a recent storm
• ·Farmers used weather forecasting tools to plan their farming activities
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for local residents
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves concentration in students
• ·The government announced a new policy to support small businesses
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after defeating the defending champions
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about Leave No Trace principles
• ·A hospital started offering virtual doctor visits for non-emergency medical issues
• ·A study found that seniors who own pets have lower rates of depression and loneliness
• ·An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035
• ·A tech company launched a new smart home system that connects all devices (lights thermostats security cameras) via voice commands
• ·A popular streaming service added 100 new documentaries about environmental issues
• ·A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanently
• ·A farm started a beekeeping program to help pollinate its crops and produce honey
• ·The police department launched a new app for citizens to report crimes quickly