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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• ·The government passed a law that requires food labels to list added sugars clearly
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released novel
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle schools
• ·A community garden hosted a herb workshop teaching residents to grow and use basil, mint, and rosemary
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote eco-tourism in national parks
• ·Research finds that board games improve critical thinking in children
• ·Basketball team wins state championship after double-overtime game
• ·A new study showed that meditation can improve focus and concentration in adults
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of whole grains lowers the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industries
• ·Tech startup unveils portable device that monitors air quality in real time
• ·A gym offered free fitness classes for first responders during the month of September
• ·A museum offered free admission to students every Saturday, increasing youth attendance by 40%