A new study indicated that meditation can improve concentration and focus

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 hospital started a support group for patients recovering from stroke
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farms and purchase fresh produce
• ·A famous athlete announced his retirement from professional sports
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences, where diners watch meals being prepared
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·A study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol
• ·A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A city council voted to increase green spaces by building three new community parks
• ·A new study showed that meditation can improve focus and concentration in adults
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in over a decade, according to labor department data.
• ·Theater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian
• ·Golf tournament raises funds for after school programs in low income neighborhoods
• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation, including new subway stations and bus routes.