News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Sep 16, 2025

Robert Chartuk Remembers the Hurricane of 1938

The Long Island Express Hurricane of 1938 is still remembered to this day.

Sep 15, 2025

Public Backlash Forces Newsday to Pull Kirk Cartoon, Apologize to Family

Newsday issues apology for spewing hateful Kirk rhetoric.

Sep 15, 2025

‘America’s Most Patriotic Venue’ Honors Charlie Kirk With Memorial Service

Outpouring of memories and tears for Charlie Kirk

Sep 15, 2025

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano gives blood during a recent donor event.

All out effort to give blood, save lives.

Sep 15, 2025

State Grants Long-Delayed 9/11 Disability Benefits to Widow of Suffolk Deputy Sheriff

Long-awaited benefits finally approved for a Suffolk Sheriff deputy who served at Ground Zero.

Sep 15, 2025

Potunk Masonic Lodge Hosts Annual Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ

An event you won’t want to miss: The Potunk Masonic Lodge Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ.

Sep 15, 2025

Suffolk County Honors Fallen 9/11 Responders at Memorial Park Ceremony

9/11 responders will always be remembered at the Memorial Park in Nesconset.

Sep 15, 2025

Vandals Damage Kalers Pond Restroom; Community Rallies to Restore It

Town looks to put the hammer down on vandals after community rallies to repair Kalers Pond damage.

Sep 15, 2025

Mastic Fire Department Marks 100 Years with Centennial Parade and Community Celebration

Mastic Fire Department: 100 years of protecting the public.

Sep 15, 2025

The Next Man Up Is a Woman: Erika Kirk Vows to Ignite Charlie’s Mission With Renewed Conviction

Charlie Kirks widow: “You have no idea what you just unleashed across this entire country.”

Sep 12, 2025

Suffolk County Leaders "Never Forget" 24 Years Later

Solemn 9/11 ceremony in Center Moriches.

Sep 12, 2025

Eastport-South Manor students race up and down the bleachers to complete 2,071 steps in memory of the 9/11 victims.

Students take 2,071 steps to honor the memory of those who perished at the World Trade Center.

Sep 11, 2025

9/11 Remembrance: Memories of Bill Mathesen

Reporter Robert Chartuk shares memories of Bill Mathesen, his friend who perished on 9/11.

Sep 10, 2025

Water Mains Upgraded in Mastic Beach as Part of Countywide Infrastructure Push

Water, water for Mastic Beach thanks to new mains.

Sep 10, 2025

Local Leaders React with Anger and Grief After Charlie Kirk Killed in Shooting

Anger follows shooting of Conservative icon.

Sep 10, 2025

Dr. Bernie Furshpan: Sharing a Legacy of Holocaust Survival and Education

Dr. Bernie Furshpan’s family felt the wrath of the Holocaust, now he’s spreading a message of tolerance and peace.

Sep 10, 2025

Sgt. Michael S. Curtin Remembered Through the Work of The 3256 Foundation

He gave his life saving others and now the memory of Sgt. Michael S. Curtin lives on through The 3256 Foundation.

Sep 9, 2025

The circle of family, friends, and officials who came together for the 3rd Annual Nick Puzio Blood Drive.

Left to die by hit-and-run drivers, Nick Puzio lives on in a bill named in his honor and an annual blood drive that saves the lives of many.

Sep 9, 2025

Smith Point Bridge 5K Run for Literacy Draws Record Crowd

Record turnout for literacy during the Smith Point Bridge 5k.

Daily Feed

Education

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.


National

Trump tent draws steady crowd along route to Butler

President Trump Is the gift that keeps on giving for these entrepreneurs.


National

Exclusive: Joe Exotic the "Tiger King" writes to the SSP

I get all correspondence that you put out, George, and trust me, I feel your pain.