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 photographer won a national award for a series of photos highlighting the impact of climate change on small towns
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online orders over $50
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·The police department launched a program to build better relationships with community members
• ·Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year
• ·A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a national beverage company
• ·A international aid organization delivered 10,000 tons of food to a country facing severe famine due to ongoing conflicts.
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps trauma patients recover faster
• ·Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and home delivery services
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a celebrity to create a summer collection
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·Research indicates that early reading programs reduce literacy gaps in preschoolers