A winter storm dumped 18 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for two days

Power company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winterSurvey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning trips

Theater group performs original play about local history at community centerBiologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devicesSoftware company releases new app to help users manage personal finances

Gardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting seasonBasketball team wins regional championship after overtime victory in final game

Study finds that listening to classical music improves focus while studying

Local government organizes cleanup event for riverbank polluted by litterA charity organization sent medical supplies to hospitals in a developing country

Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a diseaseThe city council approved plans to create a new nature reserve

Researchers found that exercise helps improve memory in older adultsA local bookstore hosted an author signing event with a best-selling writer

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• ·A city hosted a art fair that featured works from 100 local artists and drew 8,000 visitors
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.6 hours to 1.25 hours
• ·Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large households
• ·A major carmaker said it will stop gasoline car production by 2030 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on candle making for beginners
• ·The school district launched a program to help students with learning disabilities reach their potential
• ·Plant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in low-light conditions
• ·The city council approved plans to create a new nature reserve for hiking and camping
• ·A tech startup raised $20 million to develop renewable energy tech
• ·Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern opera
• ·Bird watchers document first sighting of rare warbler species in state park
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts regularly may reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·The local library expanded its collection of digital books and resources
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean