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 military announced it will host a public air show at its base next month
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·A fitness app added workout videos
• ·A local theater performed a children’s play
• ·Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic
• ·A community organized a charity run that raised $12,000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Car companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles
• ·Researchers found that air pollution can increase the risk of asthma in children
• ·A sports equipment store sold eco-friendly gear
• ·A research study showed that spending time in green spaces reduces stress levels in urban residents
• ·Research indicates that volunteering helps people feel more connected to community
• ·A major food company announced it will remove artificial colors from all its products
• ·A local farmers’ market started selling artisanal cheeses made from local milk
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex with multiple facilities