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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• ·Florist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day
• ·Engineers successfully tested a new type of renewable energy device
• ·The government provided financial aid to small businesses damaged by recent floods
• ·Football league announces changes to playoff format for next season
• ·A grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containers
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·A museum displayed ancient artifacts from a dig
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on polar ice caps
• ·A bookstore hosted a poetry reading featuring local poets and spoken word artists
• ·The city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skills
• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about global trade
• ·A fire department helped local businesses create fire evacuation plans
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A coffee shop began offering free refills for customers who bring their own reusable cups