News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Candidates Survive Contentious Debate
The much-anticipated tilt between the former president and vice president looking to take the reins of the world's most powerful nation didn't lead to the demise of either candidate—neither side landed a knockout blow—and probably won't move the needle much with the undecided voters so crucial come November 5.
Albany Falls Flat in Plans to Combat Inflation
The affordability crisis should be near the top of the list for New York's leadership, yet responsible state spending, the high cost of living, and managing inflation have been ignored. That's the assessment of the legislature's Republicans, who are pushing a strategy to give residents a break.
Investigation Called to Assess Chinese Spy Damage, Root Out Any Other State Infiltrators
State legislators stunned by the infiltration of a Chinese spy in the governor's office have called for an investigation to assess the damage to state government and root out any other infiltrators.
Residents Rally to Push for Nick's Law
They gathered around his truck—family, friends, elected officials—to remember him and advocate for a law, Nick's Law, that would have levied harsher penalties for the person who ran him over and fled the scene.
This Week's Man on the Street Topic: The Chinese Spy
With China making moves across the globe to supplant the U.S. as the world's superpower, infiltration of the government by Communist spies is of growing concern. The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought about the Red China spy who was a high level aide in the administrations of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo.
Energy Summit Takes Nuclear Path
The answer to New York's future electrical power needs, according to state officials gathered at a recent Energy Summit: Nuclear.
GOP Looks to Budget Hardball to Stop Illegal Immigrant Voting
A battle is brewing on Capitol Hill as the Republicans attempt to use the budget process to foil the Democrat plan to allow illegal immigrants to vote in the upcoming election. They're willing to support bills to continue funding the government at current levels as long as the voting rules in the SAVE Act are included.
This Week's Man on the Street Topic: The Chinese Spy
With China making moves across the globe to supplant the U.S. as the world's superpower, infiltration of the government by Communist spies is of growing concern. The South Shore Press Man on the Street asked residents what they thought about the Red China spy who was a high level aide in the administrations of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo.
Immigration Bill Would Standardize U.S. Invasion
The immigration bill Kamala Harris said she would sign on day one if she became president would be a disaster for America, many say, by continuing the flood of migrants and giving them rights above and beyond those of U.S. citizens.
Kennedy Speech Endorsing Trump, a Turning Point in American History
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a scion of Democrat politics, suspended his campaign for president and threw his support behind Donald Trump. His speech explaining why he made such a monumental move sent shockwaves through the political establishment and will live on as a turning point in U.S. history. The South Shore Press recognizes its impact in the race for the White House and excerpts it here:
Another Prominent Democrat Jumps Ship to Endorse Trump
In another defection by a prominent Democrat, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed Donald Trump for president in his bid to retake the White House. The former presidential candidate and Iraq War veteran cited her belief in Trump's s ability to end the wars and his common-sense approach to government as key reasons for her endorsement.
"Mr. Medford" Honored by Bridge Naming
An effort to give tribute to a man they called, "Mr. Medford," Niel Marturiello, became a reality with the naming of the Horseblock Road Bridge over the Long Island Expressway.
Long Island Abuzz as Students Head Back to School
Students and teachers alike are buzzing with excitement—and parents are pretty thrilled, too—with the start of the new school year. Long Island is famed for its excellent schools, boasting many Ivy League alumni, Westinghouse Science and other prestigious award winners, and plenty of students going on to success in the business world, trades, law enforcement, armed forces, etc.
Coast Guard Duplexes Eyed for Workforce Housing
With Suffolk's acute shortage of affordable housing, especially for the working class, local officials are looking at the former Coast Guard duplexes in Westhampton, boarded-up eyesores owned by the federal government.
Residents Share 9/11 Memories
It's been 23 years since the dreadful 9/11 attacks and people still have vivid memories of that fateful day. They shared some of them with the Man on the Street.
Segregation Cited in Village Beach Fray
If you live south of the tracks in the community of Bellport, you can go to the village beach. If you live north of the tracks, you cannot. It is an issue of inequality, said Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico, who made it a major concern of his administration.
Electric School Bus Mandate Will Bankrupt Long Island
The governor is wrong to force schools to switch to electric buses, and the state mandate will bankrupt taxpayers. That's the consensus among state legislators from Suffolk, who point out that there is no infrastructure in place to charge the buses and that there are better, less expensive ways for New York to meet its carbon-neutral goals.
Blood Drive Nets 23 Pints as Supply Remains Under Constant Need
Residents rolled up their sleeves and gave a generous donation of blood during Nesconset Day in Smithtown.
Kennedy Drops Bomb on Democrats, Backs Trump for President
A grenade was tossed under the tent of the Democrats by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., a party stalwart who suspended his campaign for president and endorsed Republican Donald Trump.
Hercules Watches Over Stony Brook Harbor
Not far from the flooding that took out homes and Harbor Road in Stony Brook stands Hercules, the former figurehead of the U.S.S. Ohio.
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State of Suffolk: Cybersecurity, Sewerage Discussed in County Exec Romaine's Address
The longtime legislator spoke before the Suffolk County Legislature in Riverhead on Tuesday.
NY Democrat Can’t See How Black People or Immigrants can be Republicans
Questionable Facebook post made by Onondaga County Legislator