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 team of veterinarians opened a clinic for exotic pets
• ·Researchers found that eating fatty fish twice a week can improve brain function
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits
• ·A sports league introduced a new rule to limit the number of substitutions during games
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·Park rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna
• ·A new hospital is set to open in the city center next month
• ·A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that is quieter and more efficient
• ·Researchers studied the impact of social media use on teenage mental health, finding a link between excessive use and anxiety
• ·A new study showed that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in grandparents
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on body image in teenage girls
• ·A construction company used sustainable building materials for a new office complex
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% the lowest in 25 years
• ·A fire department responded to a kitchen fire that was put out before it spread to other rooms