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 stock market closed higher after a week of steady growth
• ·A study found that reading before bed can help people fall asleep faster
• ·Dietitians recommend adding more whole grains to daily meals
• ·A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at night
• ·Automotive company recalls 75,000 sedans due to faulty airbag sensors
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day with affordable sessions for 45 families
• ·Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and home delivery services
• ·Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil health
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·The World Health Organization launched a new campaign to raise awareness about mental health
• ·Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous year
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about entrepreneurship that gained 10000 listeners
• ·Police department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·A study found that reading before bed can help people fall asleep faster
• ·The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online