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 fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry created by local artisans
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller, lighter, and more powerful than current models
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to design a clothing line
• ·A tech company donated funds to support STEM education programs in schools
• ·A bakery introduced vegan donuts with fruit glazes, becoming its top-selling item
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software with improved performance
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·A charity raised funds to build a new school in a war-torn country
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new species of sea slug in the coral reefs of the Pacific Ocean
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of low sugar pastries
• ·A local bakery launched a new line of whole-grain pastries that sold out within three days of release
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 500
• ·A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores for proper sorting
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victory