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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• ·A sports league announced it would shorten its season by two weeks to reduce player fatigue
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra help in math and reading
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Study finds that journaling about gratitude improves mental health
• ·A new study showed that air pollution from power plants affects children's academic performance
• ·A local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families
• ·A local artist painted a mural celebrating the city’s cultural diversity on a downtown building
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week can improve mental well-being in older adults.
• ·A charity raised $500000 to provide clean water to villages in Africa
• ·A grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containers
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and advanced agricultural techniques
• ·A local farmers’ market started online ordering and delivery
• ·A national park started offering guided tours
• ·International researchers identify new protein that aids in fighting viral infections
• ·A construction project to widen a busy highway began this month
• ·A local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more neighborhood news stories