Emmanuel Jaquez

Being a college student is hard, but knowing that hard work will pay off is one of my primary motivations. I earned a journalism associate's degree at Suffolk County Community College. I am currently on track to achieve my bachelor's degree at Stony Brook University by 2022.

Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels - How and Where it Affects Long Island

Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels – How and Where it Affects Long Island

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Climate change affects everyone on this planet. The environment people live in can drastically change if left unchecked. With rising sea levels, Long Island’s unique geographical features make some areas on the island susceptible to more drastic changes. Climate change is a long-term change in local or global climate patterns. Many contributions impact climate change, …

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4 Spring Activities Everyone Should Do When On Long Island

4 Spring Activities Everyone Should Do When On Long Island

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With the weather warming up as the days pass, it seems like more and more people want to do more activities throughout the week. With spring beginning, people long to explore the island once again. There are many activities to do throughout the spring with the warm weather beginning to kick up, flowers blossoming, and …

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Hispanic Culture Celebrated On Long Island During Q&A with NY Times Bestselling Author Xochitl Gonzalez

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Latino women from all over Long Island came together in Great Neck to welcome Xochitl Gonzalez, NY Times Bestselling author of Olga Dies Dreaming. Latina Moms Connect and 100 Hispanic Women National collaborated for the first time to host this event. The venue was filled with over 70 excited attendees from different backgrounds who socialized …

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How Are Long Islanders Doing Two Years After the Pandemic Changed Our World?

How Are Long Islanders Doing Two Years After the Pandemic Changed Our World?

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It’s been over two years since the start of the pandemic. People throughout the globe have been struggling with the changes brought about by COVID. Teachers, first responders, students, and hospitality workers have gone through ups and downs since 2020. Different industries have different perspectives on what changes came about throughout the pandemic. Nya Castro, …

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NYCFC Strives to Make a Difference By Bringing the Game they Love to New York Communities

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Soccer is more than just a sport for many people; it brings many emotions to fans and players alike. The deeply rooted connection between one’s teams and the community can be immense. The New York City Football Club (NYCFC) has been promoting the game of soccer in many different ways throughout New York.  Back in …

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Island Water Park Coming to Calverton Plans On Bringing Extreme Indoor Water Activities to Long Island

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Calverton, Long Island might have a new water attraction coming in just in time for the summer heat. Island Water Park is the name of the new kind of water park, hoping to bring a different water park experience than others found on the island.  Island Water Park has been in the making for almost …

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