News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
9/11 Remembrance: Memories of Bill Mathesen
Reporter Robert Chartuk shares memories of Bill Mathesen, his friend who perished on 9/11.
Water Mains Upgraded in Mastic Beach as Part of Countywide Infrastructure Push
Water, water for Mastic Beach thanks to new mains.
Local Leaders React with Anger and Grief After Charlie Kirk Killed in Shooting
Anger follows shooting of Conservative icon.
Dr. Bernie Furshpan: Sharing a Legacy of Holocaust Survival and Education
Dr. Bernie Furshpan’s family felt the wrath of the Holocaust, now he’s spreading a message of tolerance and peace.
Sgt. Michael S. Curtin Remembered Through the Work of The 3256 Foundation
He gave his life saving others and now the memory of Sgt. Michael S. Curtin lives on through The 3256 Foundation.
The circle of family, friends, and officials who came together for the 3rd Annual Nick Puzio Blood Drive.
Left to die by hit-and-run drivers, Nick Puzio lives on in a bill named in his honor and an annual blood drive that saves the lives of many.
Smith Point Bridge 5K Run for Literacy Draws Record Crowd
Record turnout for literacy during the Smith Point Bridge 5k.
Potunk Masonic Lodge Prepares for Centennial with Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ
Slap on a bib for the Masonic barbecue.
Families Reel in Fun at Mastic Beach Snapper Derby
“Let’s fish” was the call at the Mastic Beach snapper derby.
Rocky Point VFW Marks 9/11 Anniversary With Message of Unity: ‘Never Forget’
They turned out to never forget.
Feast of Liberata honoree Gene Perry with his wife, Kathryn.
They were feasting in Patchogue
Feast of Liberata honoree Gene Perry with his wife, Kathryn.
They turned out in Patchogue for a feast.
Hochul Roundtable Stakes New York’s Energy Future on Nuclear
The new Manhattan Project: Hochul talks nuclear in the city.
State Declares Drought Watch Amid Abnormally Dry Conditions, Water Restrictions Possible
Drought conditions are leaving Long Islanders a little dry.
Potunk Masonic Lodge Prepares to Celebrate 100 Years of Brotherhood and Community Service
100 years went by fast for the Potunk Masons.
The Queen’s Gambit: Can Hochul’s Atomic Aspirations Keep the Lights on?
A veteran of reporting on nuclear energy since the 1980’s Robert Chartuk takes a look at Gov. Hochul’s nuclear gambit.
Judge Allows Cutting-Edge DNA Evidence in Gilgo Murder Case
DNA evidence is approved in Gilgo murder case.
Arianna and Antonio Guler at their new Mr. Softee shop in Center Moriches.
From trucks to toppings: Shirley brothers scoop up a sweet new chapter in Center Moriches.
Knights of Columbus Launch Food Drive and Raffle to Support Local Families
Knights on a mission to help the hungry.
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A New Ice Rink Coming to Brookhaven
This week, Dan Panico announced that during the planning board portion of the Town Board meeting in March, there will be a site plan hearing for a proposed new hockey rink at the former Brookhaven campus of Dowling College.