A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two days

Movie theater announces plans to show classic films during weekday matineesPower company launches initiative to help customers reduce energy usage in winter

Survey reveals that most travelers prefer eco friendly hotels when planning tripsTheater group performs original play about local history at community centerBiologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices

Software company releases new app to help users manage personal financesGardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting season

Basketball team wins regional championship after overtime victory in final game

Study finds that listening to classical music improves focus while studyingCross country team sets new school record at state meet

Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their listening skillsBakery makes low-carb bread for customers on ketogenic diets

Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidentsArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artists

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• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinated
• ·A grocery store added a section for locally grown produce to support small-scale farmers
• ·A airline added new in flight snacks and beverages
• ·A airline improved its on time departure rate by upgrading its scheduling software
• ·Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year
• ·A popular music festival canceled its upcoming event due to concerns about public safety amid rising crime rates.
• ·Florist delivers free flowers to senior centers on Mother’s Day
• ·A library hosted a tech help for seniors session that taught 45 people how to use smartphones
• ·A bookstore offered 20% off all books during a holiday sale, attracting record numbers of customers
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·Local farmers reported a 25% increase in tomato yields due to a new organic fertilizer
• ·Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste
• ·A new study showed that meditating for 10 minutes a day improves focus at work
• ·A charity organization launched a campaign to protect endangered animals