News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Get Ready to Shell-ebrate: Oyster Jamboree Coming to Smith Point
Shuck Yeah! First-Ever Long Island Oyster Jamboree to Hit the Beach
Suffolk GOP Passes Term Limit Preservation Act in Response to State Election Mandate
It’s war between the Suffolk Republicans and Albany Democrats over controlling local elections.
DeStefano Touts GOP Bills Amid “Disappointing” Legislative Session
Albany grinds on with little regard for the taxpayers.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.
Tri-Hamlet 250th Committee Launches Plans to Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial in Grand Style
With one year to go, big plans are in store to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday.
State Grants Long-Delayed 9/11 Disability Benefits to Widow of Suffolk Deputy Sheriff
After decades-long wait, relief finally comes to the widow of 9-11 hero.
Socialist Supermarket Dream Could Spell Disaster for New York
It’s never worked anywhere else so why should the socialist supermarket dream work in New York?
Scout Honors Beloved Principal with Wishing Well Tribute
When Antonio Gerbino set out to earn his Eagle Scout rank, he knew exactly who he wanted to honor.
Seides and Scerri: Historic Preservation Dream Team Leads Revival of Bay Area Landmarks
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk sat down with the Bay Area’s historic preservation dream team.
$300 Billion Vanishing Act: Untracked Remittances Drain U.S. Economy, Shift Tax Burden to American Families
You see them everywhere: muniservice shops that wire money to other countries. Here’s the dirty little secret about how they drain hundreds of billions from the United States.
Dramatic Water Rescue at Smith Point Park Spotlights Local Firefighters’ Training and Readiness
Dramatic rescue off Smith Point.
New Yorkers Furious as Democrats Allocate $4.3 Billion for Illegal Immigrants, $50 Million for Deportation Lawyers
Gov. Hochul and the Democrats plan to shovel $4.3 billion in taxpayer dollars at illegal immigrants, including $50 million for lawyers to avoid deportation.
Say hello to the new “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign
A beautifully crafted “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign now adorns Main Street, proudly positioned in front of the historic Havens House at the East Moriches border.
Jimmy and Jackie Osborne Keep the Music Playing in Center Moriches
Beloved local duo celebrates 28 years of sharing music, memories, and Main Street magic.
New Dance Studio Brings Energy and Passion to Main Street Center Moriches
Get ready Center Moriches for a new rhythm on Main Street.
Patchogue-Medford Students Inspire $60K Grant for High School Library Renovations
Civic class engagement leads to $60,000 library grant.
Suffolk County Water Authority: A Century of Safeguarding a Vital Resource
The South Shore Press takes a look at the history of the Suffolk Water Authority.
Video Vault
Daily Feed
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.
From the Newsroom: In God We Trust, All Others Bring Data
Politicians make plenty of promises and toss out false claims with zero data backing them up.
The Big Beautiful Bill Targets Bettors
While many Americans celebrated President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," there was one section of the bill that targets a very select group of people: sports bettors