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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• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with faster more efficient models
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight can improve cognitive function in children.
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of nuts lowers cholesterol levels
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author event with a famous children’s book writer
• ·A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds
• ·The WHO launched a program to train midwives in rural areas of developing countries
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton and water-saving processes
• ·A software company released a photo-editing app with filters designed for social media
• ·The school district changed the school start time to 8:30 AM to let students get more sleep
• ·A farm hosted a harvest festival that included hayrides and pumpkin picking for families
• ·Scientists at a top research institute discovered a new species of butterfly in the Amazon rainforest
• ·Skateboard competition attracts professional riders from around the world
• ·Hardware store offers classes on woodworking for beginners
• ·City holds parade to celebrate national holiday with local marching bands
• ·A luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next month