News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
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.
Wildlife Photographer’s Ultimate Owl Experience
A snowy owl takes a run at wildlife photographer and she gets the photos of a lifetime.
Riverhead Breaks Ground On Long-Planned Town Square
It’s taken 30 years and now Riverhead has broken ground to revitalize its downtown.
Electric Rates Soar Under New York’s Green Energy Mandates
Green New Deal: higher rates no environmental impact.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Community Steps Up After Food Drive Hits Snag
When an unexpected setback threatened Colonial Youth’s Christmas Food and Toy Drive, a surge of community generosity turned a potential holiday heartbreak into a story of hope and resilience.
Gas Hookup Rule Repeal Threat to Affordability
They’re at it again. Repealing the gas hookup rule will make New York even more expensive.
Sunrise Wind and the Ghost of Shoreham
Sunrise Wind brings sobering reminder of the Shoreham nuclear debacle.
Rising Sunrise Wind Costs Will Fall on Ratepayers, Taxpayers
Into the big unknown: the cost of Sunrise Wind.
Barn Again Farm Grows on Center Moriches
A 14-year-old entrepreneur turned his Barn Again Farm stand into a holiday destination.
Senate Republicans Host Suffolk Affordability Roundtable
Affordability was the topic of a state Senate roundtable.
EJ’s PJs Pajama Extravaganza Spreads Holiday Warmth
A lot of people will be warm this winter thanks to these folks.
EJ’s PJs Pajama Extravaganza A Huge Success
District Attorney, Sheriff, Police Commissioner, Town Clerk, and Legislator all turn out for this heartwarming event.
Officials Rally to Push PROTECT Act
The PROTECT Act is being pushed by local officials to combat the crime wave caused by cashless bail.
Brookhaven Hosts Annual Town Hall Holiday Toy Drive
A happy holiday for many thanks to the Brookhaven toy drive.
Trump Showcases Economic Gains for American Workers
Trump shift gears to the economy at Pennsylvania rally.
Reform Movement Prevails in Gordon Heights Fire District Vote
A years-long fight to save taxpayer money continues in Gordon Heights.
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A New Ice Rink Coming to Brookhaven
This week, Dan Panico announced that during the planning board portion of the Town Board meeting in March, there will be a site plan hearing for a proposed new hockey rink at the former Brookhaven campus of Dowling College.