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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• ·A small business owner started selling handmade candles with natural scents, featured in a lifestyle blog
• ·A university opened a career center to help students find internships and jobs
• ·Major airline partners with eco-friendly travel company to offset carbon emissions
• ·A government program provided small businesses with grants to upgrade their online stores
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking water to 200
• ·Fire department hosts safety training for residents in wildfire-prone areas
• ·A local café offered a discount to customers who brought their own reusable cups
• ·A basketball team traded two players to another team in exchange for a draft pick and a veteran player
• ·Volunteers helped repair homes for low-income families as part of a community service project
• ·A library hosted a tech help for seniors session that taught 45 people how to use smartphones
• ·A tech startup introduced a new app that helps users learn a new language quickly
• ·A construction company won a contract to renovate a historic theater in the downtown area
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans to support the community
• ·A major sports league changed its rules to ensure the safety of athletes
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing line