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 team of marine biologists attached tracking devices to sharks to study their migration routes
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2350 years
• ·Park officials close trails to protect nesting birds
• ·Researchers found that family game nights improve communication between parents and teens
• ·Art museum hosts exhibit of ancient Egyptian artifacts on loan from global museums
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 94%
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flower decorations
• ·Freelance platform adds new category for video editing services
• ·Local police increased patrols to reduce crime in residential areas
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·A streaming service added a collection of documentaries about wildlife conservation
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation
• ·Bakery makes low-carb bread for customers on ketogenic diets
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market
• ·A local newspaper won a state award for its feature stories