News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
While Protesters Burn the U.S. Flag, Mastic Beach Honored It in Special Ceremony
Don’t burn it, treat it properly.
New York’s $254 Billion Budget Draws Fire for Reckless Spending, Lack of Transparency
State budget out of whack—Comptroller Tom DiNapoli
Federal and Local Leaders Step Up Fight Against Fentanyl as Crisis Claims Thousands in New York
Lawmakers are stepping up to fight fentanyl.
Father’s Navy Jacket Brings Back Memories of World War II
World War II jacket brings back memories on Father’s Day.
Gene Gerrard celebrates his 103rd birthday with U.S. Rep. Claudia Tenney and former Brookhaven Councilman Charles Lefkowitz.
Hometown Hero Hits 103
Kyra’s Law Gains Senate Approval, But Faces Uncertainty in the Assembly
For the sake of the children, pass Kyra’s Law.
A Justice System in Chaos — How Progressive Democrat Policies Have Endangered New York
Just how bad does crime in New York have to get before these politicians wake up.
Congressmen Host Labor Secretary for Long Island Workforce Development Tour
U.S. Labor Secretary comes to Long Island to talk jobs, jobs, jobs.
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.
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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.
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