News by Robert Chartuk
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Army Veteran Bill Biondi
Keeping the Army rolling during the Vietnam War was Army mechanic Bill Biondi of Mastic Beach. The Specialist 4th Class was drafted right out of high school in 1968 and went to work on tanks, jeeps, armored personnel carriers—anything in the motor pool that aided the war effort.
Amy Thomas, Woman of Distinction
Honored as a Woman of Distinction was Amy Thomas, a dedicated 26-year volunteer with South Country Ambulance, having joined in 1998 when she was just 18. She has since proven to be a devoted volunteer who gives her time freely and works to constantly advance her EMS education and career while serving her community. Amy has been a New York State EMT-B for 21 years while climbing through the ranks to become the department's chief of administration, a position she has held since 2010. This title makes her the third in command of the busiest EMS agency in the Town of Brookhaven and the seventh busiest EMS agency in Suffolk County.
Fire Fears Grow as Long Island Suffers Drought
With little rainfall in the last few weeks, Long Island has been facing moderate drought conditions, increasing the risk of brush fires and making farming more difficult.
Farm-to-Table Movement at North Meets South Fair
Enjoying a beautiful fall weekend, residents turned out for the North Meets South Fair at the Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank.
County to Take Over Great Gun Beach
Plans are underway to transfer operations of Fire Island's Great Gun Beach from Brookhaven Town to Suffolk County.
Honoring Our Veterans
With Veterans Day coming up on November 11, the South Shore Press highlights those who served.
Get Set to "Fall Back," Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday
The hour of sleep we lost in the spring will be returned early Sunday morning as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends. The annual "fall back" happens at 2 a.m., so it is recommended that everyone reset their clocks Saturday night before they go to bed.
The Peninsula's First Inhabitants
Long before English settlers arrived in 1655, Unkechaug Indians prospered for several millennia along the shores of the Mastic Peninsula. The lush environment provided a rich bounty of food and the materials needed to build their homes and create the necessities for a comfortable life.
Main Street Taken Over by Goblins
Witches, vampires, pirates, and ghouls in all manners of crazy costumes took over Main Street in Center Moriches for the annual "March of the Goblins" sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches.
Another Wreck at Infamous Turn
The sharp curve on Montauk Highway between East and Center Moriches was the scene of an early morning accident Wednesday involving two Kias. The infamous County Road 80 turn has seen many accidents over the years, many fatal.
The Chart that Saved a President's Life
He usually refers to it at the end of his speeches, but this time, he went to it early. This time, it was on his right when it's usually to his left. When Donald Trump turned his head to refer to the chart at his rally in Butler, Pa., an assassin's bullet whizzed by, grazing his ear. If not for him turning his head, he would be dead.
Huge Republican Rally in Shirley
The Republicans turned out the party faithful and all of their candidates on the 2024 ballot at a rally that filled an airplane hanger at Calabro Airport in Shirley. Their message to the public in what they're calling the most consequential election in modern times is Vote, Vote, Vote.
South Shore Press in Rarefied Air with Trump Endorsement
The South Shore Press has set itself apart from the national media by endorsing Donald J. Trump for reelection. For the first time in decades, outlets from coast to coast have either declined to endorse his opponent or did not choose at all.
Election 2024: Who's on First
Early voting all this week will culminate on Election Day, November 5, when the public will decide on a new president and who represents them in Washington and Albany. On the ballot will be former President Donald Trump vs. Vice President Kamala Harris, along with candidates for Congress, the state Senate and Assembly, and various judicial offices.
The Musk Factor
Outside of President Donald Trump, another personality recognized worldwide is entrepreneur and inventor Elon Musk, who has hit the campaign trail to help make the 45th president of the United States the 47th.
Reporter Appalled by Anti-Trump Bias
After 43 years as a reporter, I'm appalled by what has come over the profession. Rather than cover the news, the vast majority of my counterparts in the mainstream media are fixated on vilifying Donald Trump and pushing anything and everything that runs counter to his Make America Great Again agenda.
Trump Turns Key to the City
When he took over as America's 45th President, they did everything they could to kneecap his administration. He was subjected to a steady stream of media hits and censored. They said he was a Russian asset and launched a special counsel investigation. They unleashed a barrage of lawfare against him and impeached him twice. They tried to keep him off the ballot. And when all that didn't stop Donald Trump from running for reelection, they tried to kill him, twice.
Man on the Street: Trump Rally at Madison Square Garden
It's a diverse crowd at the Trump rally sharing the same vision: Make America Great Again. Here's what they had to say.
Public Tours the Historic Manor of St. George
Residents celebrated the history of a Colonial-era treasure by spending the day at the Manor of St. George in Mastic.
Daily Feed
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.
Stony Brook Ranks Inside the Top 25
This Labor Day weekend the Stony Brook football team will play their first game of the season, and they may have never had higher expectations than they do right now.
New Correction Officers Are On the Job
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office held a graduation ceremony for 12 new Correction Officers.