News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Jun 2, 2025

Public Service Community Mourns the Loss of Alan Joseph Croce and Frank C. Tassone, Sr.

Two respected Suffolk County men—one a law enforcement leader, the other a beloved family patriarch—leave lasting legacies just days apart.

Jun 2, 2025

Stalemate Over Stony Brook Dam and Road Fuels Frustration, Prompts Rally

The Mill Pond Dam: The Feds will pay to fix it after the locals figure out who owns it.

Jun 2, 2025

Renewed Push for Tougher Cannabis Laws After Middle School Incident

Legislators push for packaging changes for cannabis.

Jun 2, 2025

Garbarino Leads Push for Stronger Cybersecurity in Silicon Valley Talks

Garbarino looks to get a handle on the nation’s cybersecurity vulnerability.

Jun 2, 2025

DeStefano Calls Out Democrats for Blocking Voter ID Bill

No ID, no problem when the Democrats want you to vote.

Jun 2, 2025

Bellport Veteran Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Service

The newest honoree in the Veterans Hall of Fame.

May 29, 2025

Vector Control to Conduct Aerial Mosquito Treatments Along South Shore

Suffolk’s plan to beat the buzzers.

May 29, 2025

Girl Scouts Step into Colonial History at the Manor of St. George

Girl Scouts step back in time to connect with Colonial history right in their backyard.

May 28, 2025

Zeldin in Media Blitz to Reinforce Trump’s Agenda, Target Green New Deal Waste

Zeldin takes aim at Green New Deal slush funds.

May 28, 2025

Legislators Announce $4.5 Million for Bellport Revitalization

Legislators Deliver $4.5 million for Bellport.

May 27, 2025

Proposed East Moriches Cemetery to Be Open to All Faiths, Developer Says

Breaking news on plan to build massive East Moriches cemetery.

May 27, 2025

Community Honors Sacrifice and Tradition at Mastic Beach’s 75th Memorial Day Parade

Huge turnout for the 75th Annual Mastic Beach Memorial Day Parade.

May 27, 2025

Long Tradition of Remembrance Continues in Mastic

Honoring the fallen in Mastic.

May 27, 2025

Veterans Going Strong After 75 Years

Today and 75 years ago in Mastic Beach.

May 27, 2025

Center Moriches Honors Those Who Gave All

All gave some, but some gave all.

May 26, 2025

Perennial Eyesore No More in Mastic Beach

Work is underway to rid Mastic Beach of a perennial eyesore.

May 26, 2025

Trump’s Nuclear Energy Push Could Revive New York’s Power Prospects

As energy needs surge and green goals falter, state and federal leaders reconsider atomic power to keep the lights on.

May 23, 2025

Dominick Thorne: A Legislator on a Mission to Honor Suffolk’s EMS Heroes

Legislator Dominick Thorne is leading the charge to recognize and strengthen Suffolk’s EMS system—while still answering emergency calls himself.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Local

Public Service Community Mourns the Loss of Alan Joseph Croce and Frank C. Tassone, Sr.

Two respected Suffolk County men—one a law enforcement leader, the other a beloved family patriarch—leave lasting legacies just days apart.


Local

Stalemate Over Stony Brook Dam and Road Fuels Frustration, Prompts Rally

The Mill Pond Dam: The Feds will pay to fix it after the locals figure out who owns it.