Last year was the hottest ever recorded on Earth, with accompanying climate disasters. More than 40 percent of the planet’s surface was at least 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer than in the late 19th century. Many scientists believe that a 1.5-degree increase over preindustrial levels is the point at which severe climate consequences begin.
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By Alan Singer
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1/26/24
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Established in 2000, Churchill’s Pub & Grill has long been a popular icon in Rockville Centre. It changed hands during the summer of 2020. Chef/Owner Maurizio Vendittelli set out to restore Churchill’s to its finest version, while retaining its staff members and warm, friendly atmosphere. That fall, Vendittelli also acquired Winston’s (next door), renaming it Mangia Bene, turning it into an Italian restaurant serving robust pizzas and fresh pastas, to more upscale entrees.
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By Terry Biener
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1/25/24
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Five weeks after Malverne edged Seaford, 67-62, the Mules once again knocked off the Vikings in an even higher scoring Nassau boys’ basketball battle. Senior guard Chad Wesley tallied 26 points …
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By Andrew Coen
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1/22/24
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The political debate. It’s a chance to see and hear from those who wish to represent us in government. But for the candidates seeking office, only they can truly appreciate the stress and pressure that comes with it.
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1/19/24
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Seaford High School art teacher Michael Kerr never thought he would pass his love of the 1980s on to younger generations.
Kerr, 41, uses movies, cartoons and toys that were popular when he was …
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By Charles Shaw
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1/19/24
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Former Wantagh resident Kaitlin Maniscalco has developed a platform to teach people, specifically women, the ins and outs of professional sports.
The 24-year-old has developed a 190,000-person …
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By Parker Schug
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1/19/24
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The glass flowers of Dave Chihuly was the inspiration for a fifth grade art project at Wantagh Elementary School.
Students made colorful designs on Shrinky Dink clear plastic sheets, then cut …
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1/19/24
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When you think about flea markets and street fairs, most picture a warm day in the spring, summer or fall. But along Sunrise Highway, travelers on Sundays have likely passed the winter flea market in …
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1/19/24
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The Town of Hempstead’s Mulchfest is 4 years strong, and last week, officials gathered at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick to announce this year’s festivities — and …
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By Jordan Vallone
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1/19/24
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While I truly appreciated every moment of my 28 years in Congress, I’ve found that a real benefit of being retired is that I have more time to think about where I’ve been and how I got there. Don’t get me wrong. I’m still keeping myself busy in a number of areas, including writing for the Heralds. But there’s no longer the constant rush to be somewhere or get something done.
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By Peter King
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1/19/24
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