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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• ·Research indicates that sunlight helps body produce essential vitamin D
• ·A community organized a festival to celebrate the region’s cultural heritage
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day can improve academic performance in high school students
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to source all its coffee from sustainable farms
• ·The United Nations held a conference to discuss ways to protect endangered bird species
• ·A local farm started selling fresh-pressed apple cider at the farmers market during the fall months
• ·Scientists found that spending time in parks can improve mental health and reduce anxiety
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 6000 temporary workers to handle holiday mail
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farms and purchase fresh produce
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were used on the city’s official website
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect old-growth forests from logging
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·A university opened a new research center focused on renewable energy solutions
• ·The government passed a law to control noise pollution in urban areas
• ·A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a local company