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 severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Researchers found that drinking green tea regularly can lower the risk of certain diseases
• ·Researchers calculated that switching to LED lights can save households $100 a year on energy bills
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with advanced camera features
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of a specific fruit may lower the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·A small city hosted its annual music festival, attracting over 10,000 attendees
• ·Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic waste
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adults
• ·The school district announced all students will get free breakfast and lunch starting next year
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu option that quickly became one of its most popular choices
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season
• ·A national forest opened a new campground with facilities for RVs and tent camping
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools highways and disrupting transit
• ·A school district started a summer school program to help students catch up on learning
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town