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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• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent for the third month in a row
• ·A city installed 25 new public Wi-Fi hotspots in community centers and senior centers
• ·A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection for the holiday season
• ·A basketball team traded two players to another team in exchange for a draft pick and a veteran player
• ·A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated section for graphic novels and comics
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teen patrons
• ·The government released a white paper outlining its long-term strategy for digital governance and data privacy
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 140 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·A major tech company unveiled its latest smartphone model with advanced camera features
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships
• ·A fashion store started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashion
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on downtown buildings
• ·A sports team hired a new assistant coach specializing in strength and conditioning
• ·A tech startup raised $140 million to develop artificial intelligence tools for the healthcare industry