News by Robert Chartuk
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This Week's Man on the Street Topic: The Chinese Spy
With China making moves across the globe to supplant the U.S. as the world's superpower, infiltration of the government by Communist spies is of growing concern. The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought about the Red China spy who was a high level aide in the administrations of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo.
Immigration Bill Would Standardize U.S. Invasion
The immigration bill Kamala Harris said she would sign on day one if she became president would be a disaster for America, many say, by continuing the flood of migrants and giving them rights above and beyond those of U.S. citizens.
Kennedy Speech Endorsing Trump, a Turning Point in American History
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a scion of Democrat politics, suspended his campaign for president and threw his support behind Donald Trump. His speech explaining why he made such a monumental move sent shockwaves through the political establishment and will live on as a turning point in U.S. history. The South Shore Press recognizes its impact in the race for the White House and excerpts it here:
Another Prominent Democrat Jumps Ship to Endorse Trump
In another defection by a prominent Democrat, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed Donald Trump for president in his bid to retake the White House. The former presidential candidate and Iraq War veteran cited her belief in Trump's s ability to end the wars and his common-sense approach to government as key reasons for her endorsement.
"Mr. Medford" Honored by Bridge Naming
An effort to give tribute to a man they called, "Mr. Medford," Niel Marturiello, became a reality with the naming of the Horseblock Road Bridge over the Long Island Expressway.
Long Island Abuzz as Students Head Back to School
Students and teachers alike are buzzing with excitement—and parents are pretty thrilled, too—with the start of the new school year. Long Island is famed for its excellent schools, boasting many Ivy League alumni, Westinghouse Science and other prestigious award winners, and plenty of students going on to success in the business world, trades, law enforcement, armed forces, etc.
Coast Guard Duplexes Eyed for Workforce Housing
With Suffolk's acute shortage of affordable housing, especially for the working class, local officials are looking at the former Coast Guard duplexes in Westhampton, boarded-up eyesores owned by the federal government.
Residents Share 9/11 Memories
It's been 23 years since the dreadful 9/11 attacks and people still have vivid memories of that fateful day. They shared some of them with the Man on the Street.
Segregation Cited in Village Beach Fray
If you live south of the tracks in the community of Bellport, you can go to the village beach. If you live north of the tracks, you cannot. It is an issue of inequality, said Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, who made it a major concern of his administration.
Electric School Bus Mandate Will Bankrupt Long Island
The governor is wrong to force schools to switch to electric buses, and the state mandate will bankrupt taxpayers. That's the consensus among state legislators from Suffolk, who point out that there is no infrastructure in place to charge the buses and that there are better, less expensive ways for New York to meet its carbon-neutral goals.
Blood Drive Nets 23 Pints as Supply Remains Under Constant Need
Residents rolled up their sleeves and gave a generous donation of blood during Nesconset Day in Smithtown.
Kennedy Drops Bomb on Democrats, Backs Trump for President
A grenade was tossed under the tent of the Democrats by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., a party stalwart who suspended his campaign for president and endorsed Republican Donald Trump.
Hercules Watches Over Stony Brook Harbor
Not far from the flooding that took out homes and Harbor Road in Stony Brook stands Hercules, the former figurehead of the U.S.S. Ohio.
President Issues Emergency Declaration for Suffolk in the Wake of Severe Flooding
The severe flooding suffered by Suffolk communities has resulted in an emergency declaration by President Biden, a move that will direct federal resources to help with storm recovery.
One Woman's Battle Against Hospital Infections
In her years since serving as New York's lieutenant governor, Betsy McCaughey has dedicated herself to saving lives. She was a vocal critic of Gov. Andrew Cuomo sending COVID patients into nursing homes, and her opposition to President Bill Clinton's plan for a government takeover of the healthcare system helped lead to its defeat in Congress.
House Report Details Biden Corruption
WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden abused his office by engaging in a conspiracy to peddle influence to enrich his family, according to an Impeachment Inquiry report released by a trio of Congressional committees.
Turtle Rescue Results in Emergency Scare for Supervisor
In his own words, Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico tells the tale of what happened to him when he went to rescue some turtles left stranded after the Mill Pond dam let loose during a catastrophic storm in Stony Brook.
Flooding Leaves Residents in Disbelief
Residents stood in disbelief as they viewed the damage caused by dams breaking at Mill Pond in Stony Brook and Stump Pond in Smithtown. They shared their views of the disaster with the South Shore Press.
Storm Scars Suffolk
Multiple levels of government are responding to the disastrous storm and flooding that carved a scar through Stony Brook and drained the massive Stump Pond in Smithtown, causing $75 million in damages. Homes, businesses, and institutions battered by up to 10 inches of rain the night of August 18 are in line for state and federal funds under an emergency declaration by the governor.
Powerful Rep. Visits Long Island
One of the most powerful members of Congress, Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, made a visit to Long Island to accept the endorsement of the New York Conservative Party on behalf of Donald Trump in his bid to retake the White House. The former wrestling champion and coach shared some insight into his politics and made a case against continuing the Biden administration through the election of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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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.
Plaintiffs Allege Unconstitutional Tax Practices Against Nassau County Over Frozen Assessments
The Town Supervisor for Babylon along with other local figures has initiated a lawsuit against Nassau County and several New York State entities over alleged unconstitutional tax practices resulting from frozen property assessments.
Debt collection agency and banks accused of deceptive practices in federal lawsuit
A federal lawsuit accuses a debt collection agency and several financial institutions of using deceptive practices to intimidate consumers.