News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Dec 24, 2025

Battery Fires Expose Cracks In Renewable Power Plan

Lithium-ion fire raises power storage concerns.

Dec 23, 2025

Sunrise Wind Pause Highlights Fatal Flaw in State Energy Plan

State energy future bleak as New Deal crumbles.

Dec 19, 2025

Stefanik Bows Out of Governor Race, Clears Way for Blakeman

With Stefanik out of the race for governor, Nassau’s Blakeman is the GOP front runner.

Dec 19, 2025

Bad Weather Prompts Safety Warning

PSEG warns: Steer clear of downed lines.

Dec 19, 2025

Dr. Frederick H. Miller Leaves Legacy of Faith and Service

A lasting Long Island legacy.

Dec 19, 2025

The Gift We Often Forget: Life Itself

The most precious gift of all.

Dec 19, 2025

Parade Of Lights Brings Holiday Cheer To Center Moriches

Main Street was aglow during the Parade of Lights.

Dec 17, 2025

Federal Counterterrorism Funds Fully Restored To New York

It’s one of the top terrorism targets in the world and now, New York is getting the federal funds it deserves.

Dec 17, 2025

Trump Accounts Aim To Put Wall Street Gains In Taxpayers’ Hands

Historic Trump measure puts taxpayers in line for Wall Street profits.

Dec 17, 2025

Sonja’s Legacy Brings A Child’s Holocaust Story To Life

Similar to the Diaries of Anne Frank, Sonja’s art lives on to tell a tale of imagination and hope.

Dec 17, 2025

Local Leaders Salute New Eagle Scout Andrew Davidson

Smithtown Eagle Scout Soars

Dec 17, 2025

Snow Leaves Postcard Scenes

Take a snowy walk through the South Shore Press.

Dec 17, 2025

Living another day to help others.

Kept alive through paralysis, cancer, and a near-fatal heart blockage, Steve Castleton believes his life was spared for one purpose—to keep helping others.

Dec 15, 2025

Wildlife Photographer’s Ultimate Owl Experience

A snowy owl takes a run at wildlife photographer and she gets the photos of a lifetime.

Dec 14, 2025

Riverhead Breaks Ground On Long-Planned Town Square

It’s taken 30 years and now Riverhead has broken ground to revitalize its downtown.

Dec 14, 2025

Electric Rates Soar Under New York’s Green Energy Mandates

Green New Deal: higher rates no environmental impact.

Dec 14, 2025

The Issue with Tissue: Major Brands Flunk Sustainability Test

It turns out America’s softest household essential may be quietly strangling forests one roll at a time.

Dec 14, 2025

AI Rules Must Cover the Four Cs

A proposed federal framework on artificial intelligence is forcing a reckoning over regulation, as lawmakers and policy advocates debate safeguards to protect the Four Cs.

Dec 14, 2025

Community Coalition Helps Residents Facing Cancer

Founded by local residents more than 30 years ago, the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition offers practical help to cancer patients and families across the township.

Dec 13, 2025

Holiday Tree Lighting Showcases Avery Estate Revival

A record crowd, a glowing tree, and a local history museum highlighted the Avery Estate’s growing role as a holiday tradition and historic treasure in East Patchogue.

Daily Feed

Sports

Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals

The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.


Sports

Ducks Have First Signing of 2026

The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.


Local

The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.