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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• ·Library hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parents
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to regenerative agriculture
• ·A community center offered free fitness classes to help residents stay healthy
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and free coffee for guests
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young groups to get vaccinated
• ·A tech startup raised $140 million to develop artificial intelligence tools for the healthcare industry
• ·A bakery introduced a seasonal line of pumpkin-flavored pastries that sold out within a week of launch
• ·The stock market rebounded after a day of volatility caused by economic news
• ·Researchers found that spending time outdoors reduces stress levels
• ·Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star
• ·Researchers calculated that switching to LED lights can save households $100 a year on energy bills
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 45-foot putt on the final hole
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution from cars affects children’s lung development by age 5