News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Trump Cancels California’s EV Mandate at White House Ceremony, Praises EPA Chief Lee Zeldin as “Most Important Man in the Room”
Shirley Hero is the most important man in the room.
A Familiar Face Steps Up: Lonna Castro Named Director of Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
Meet the new library director
Here’s to clean water in Suffolk.
In a major public health milestone, the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) announced it has achieved full compliance with federal drinking water standards for toxic PFAS chemicals—six years ahead of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2031 deadline.
Price Tag Revealed, Sticker Shock from $7.2 Million Mastic-Shirley Station Reno
Eyes popped when the cost breakdown of the new Mastic-Shirley Train Station was revealed.
Manorville Community Ambulance Honored for Service, Generosity During EMS Appreciation Week
They save lives and now are being recognized for their volunteer service.
Suffolk Cracks Down on Illegal Limos, Party Buses Ahead of Summer Season
Ride at your own risk: Suffolk officials warn against using unlicensed operators.
Stefanik Grills Hochul Over Migrant Crimes in Explosive D.C. Hearing: “She Created This Crisis”
Stefanik lets barbs fly during Gov. Hochul’s sanctuary state testimony.
East Moriches Street Renamed in Honor of Local Army Hero Jack Dyer
East Moriches Veteran Jack Dyer will be forever remembered thanks to Street named in his honor.
Latino Leadership Summit Brings Community to Albany
Latino leaders from across New York gathered in Albany this week for a powerful day of civic engagement.
Sunshine, Shopping, and Shortcake at Chamber Street Fair
Center Moriches bustles with street fair.
Brookhaven Continues Long-Range Effort to Restore South Shore Wetlands
“Monument of Blight” comes down in Mastic Beach.
Chief Miglino Named 3rd District Healthcare Hero by Suffolk Legislature
Suffolk’s Healthcare Hero has responded to over 80,000 emergency calls.
Child Support Specialist Caitlin Del Vento Named Suffolk Employee of the Month
From a critical county department comes the Suffolk Employee of the Month.
Patchogue Community Garden Awarded Grant to Support Local Food Access
County green to help the community garden grow.
Brookhaven Continues Long-Range Effort to Restore South Shore Wetlands
Brookhaven eyesore comes tumbling down.
Maria Campasano of Mastic shows off her work with her friend, Kiara Cuello, of Moriches.
Local artists shine at Pattersquash show.
Massive Fire at Calverton Recycling Facility Raises Health Concerns; Officials Call for Federal, State Monitoring
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk covers the Calverton blaze that took 250 firefighters to extinguish.
The Long Island Express: A Hurricane’s Wrath on the South Shore
As Hurricane Season begins, the South Shore Press brings you this special feature by reporter Robert Chartuk on the infamous “Long Island Express” storm of 1938.
Rachel Fassman receives an honor from Legislator Dominick Thorne.
Legislature Lauds Life Saver
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DOT Worker Seriously Injured in LIE Crash
A Department of Transportation employee was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle on the Long Island Expressway in Holtsville, and the driver has been charged with driving while intoxicated, Suffolk County Police said.