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 new study showed that meditation can improve focus and concentration in adults
• ·A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from a set down in the final
• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 21 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·Volunteer group builds homes for families displaced by natural disaster
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year in a row
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and a potluck of garden-grown food
• ·The WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases
• ·A global summit on gender equality ended with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2030
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $600 million
• ·The local fire department held a open house to teach residents about fire safety
• ·A sports league changed its playoff format to include more teams
• ·A school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE program
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Car manufacturers announced plans to standardize charging ports for all electric vehicles by 2028
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will open 40 new hotels in Asia over the next three years