Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.

Q: We 're determined to conserve the Northern Forest of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York, as well as the White and Berkshire ranges, and the countryside surrounding the Appalachian Trail. We 're working to keep our air clean and healthy, our waterfalls clear, our rivers running free, and recreational activities open.

A: We 're determined to conserve the Northern Forest of Maine, NH, VT and NY as well as the White and Berkshire ranges, and the Appalachian Trail. We 're working to keep our air clean and healthy, our waterfalls clear, our rivers running free.
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Q: The latest results include some unusual write - downs, which had an after-tax impact of $4.9 million.

A: The latest results, which had an after-tax impact of $4.9 million.
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Q: To the north of Amsterdam are several small towns which not only provide a contrast to the city landscape, but also take you to the heart of agricultural North Holland.

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The small towns in North Amsterdam provide not only a contrast to the city landscape, but take you to heart of North Holland.
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