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 car accident in a parking lot resulted in minor injuries for two people
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by a drought
• ·A study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rink
• ·City council votes to increase minimum wage for municipal workers
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 93%
• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of activewear for women
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about wildlife conservation in national parks
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030
• ·The space agency announced plans to study Mars for signs of past microbial life
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for asthma that works faster and has fewer side effects
• ·Plant nursery offers wide selection of native plants for home gardens
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on work performance
• ·A local museum opened a new exhibition showcasing ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retention