News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Independence Parade Fills Patchogue with Pride
Patchogue wishes America a happy 249th birthday.
Trump Announces MABA Commission to Make America Beautiful Again
MABA is President Trump’s new initiative. What will it mean for local parks?
Hochul’s Nuclear Pivot Sparks Debate Over New York’s Energy Future
Two sides go at it over Hochul’s pro-nuclear stance.
From the Suburbs to the Statehouse: State Assembly Republicans Keep Up the Fight
Outnumbered and outgunned, these legislators keep up the fight.
Suffolk Officials Launch Summer STOP-DWI Campaign Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend
Suffolk officials all out to stop highway carnage.
He Wanted it to Be Here, A Moment at Gavin’s Memorial in Eastport
A moving moment of remembrance at Gavin’s memorial.
Get Ready to Shell-ebrate: Oyster Jamboree Coming to Smith Point
Shuck Yeah! First-Ever Long Island Oyster Jamboree to Hit the Beach
Suffolk GOP Passes Term Limit Preservation Act in Response to State Election Mandate
It’s war between the Suffolk Republicans and Albany Democrats over controlling local elections.
DeStefano Touts GOP Bills Amid “Disappointing” Legislative Session
Albany grinds on with little regard for the taxpayers.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.
Tri-Hamlet 250th Committee Launches Plans to Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial in Grand Style
With one year to go, big plans are in store to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday.
State Grants Long-Delayed 9/11 Disability Benefits to Widow of Suffolk Deputy Sheriff
After decades-long wait, relief finally comes to the widow of 9-11 hero.
Socialist Supermarket Dream Could Spell Disaster for New York
It’s never worked anywhere else so why should the socialist supermarket dream work in New York?
Scout Honors Beloved Principal with Wishing Well Tribute
When Antonio Gerbino set out to earn his Eagle Scout rank, he knew exactly who he wanted to honor.
Seides and Scerri: Historic Preservation Dream Team Leads Revival of Bay Area Landmarks
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk sat down with the Bay Area’s historic preservation dream team.
$300 Billion Vanishing Act: Untracked Remittances Drain U.S. Economy, Shift Tax Burden to American Families
You see them everywhere: muniservice shops that wire money to other countries. Here’s the dirty little secret about how they drain hundreds of billions from the United States.
Dramatic Water Rescue at Smith Point Park Spotlights Local Firefighters’ Training and Readiness
Dramatic rescue off Smith Point.
New Yorkers Furious as Democrats Allocate $4.3 Billion for Illegal Immigrants, $50 Million for Deportation Lawyers
Gov. Hochul and the Democrats plan to shovel $4.3 billion in taxpayer dollars at illegal immigrants, including $50 million for lawyers to avoid deportation.
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DeStefano Earns Nod for Fifth Assembly Term
Suffolk County Republicans have once again nominated State Assemblyman Joe DeStefano to run for reelection, backing the Medford Republican for a fifth term representing the 3rd Assembly District.