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 city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local lakes
• ·Chemists create natural cleaning products safe for pets
• ·A study showed that practicing meditation can reduce anxiety by 30%
• ·A yoga studio opened a second location after its first studio sold out classes for six months straight
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customers
• ·A team of doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant surgery on a 5-year-old child, giving them a new chance at life.
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 10 new locations focusing on community events
• ·Police department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidents
• ·Local police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make compost for a local community garden
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade candles that were featured in a lifestyle magazine
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to include more comfortable seating
• ·Plant nursery sells native plants that support local pollinators
• ·The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in