News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Jun 13, 2025

Price Tag Revealed, Sticker Shock from $7.2 Million Mastic-Shirley Station Reno

Eyes popped when the cost breakdown of the new Mastic-Shirley Train Station was revealed.

Jun 13, 2025

Manorville Community Ambulance Honored for Service, Generosity During EMS Appreciation Week

They save lives and now are being recognized for their volunteer service.

Jun 13, 2025

Suffolk Cracks Down on Illegal Limos, Party Buses Ahead of Summer Season

Ride at your own risk: Suffolk officials warn against using unlicensed operators.

Jun 12, 2025

Stefanik Grills Hochul Over Migrant Crimes in Explosive D.C. Hearing: “She Created This Crisis”

Stefanik lets barbs fly during Gov. Hochul’s sanctuary state testimony.

Jun 12, 2025

East Moriches Street Renamed in Honor of Local Army Hero Jack Dyer

East Moriches Veteran Jack Dyer will be forever remembered thanks to Street named in his honor.

Jun 10, 2025

Latino Leadership Summit Brings Community to Albany

Latino leaders from across New York gathered in Albany this week for a powerful day of civic engagement.

Jun 10, 2025

Sunshine, Shopping, and Shortcake at Chamber Street Fair

Center Moriches bustles with street fair.

Jun 9, 2025

Shortcake Tradition Still Sweet After 91 Years

Sweet treats at strawberry festival.

Jun 9, 2025

Brookhaven Continues Long-Range Effort to Restore South Shore Wetlands

“Monument of Blight” comes down in Mastic Beach.

Jun 9, 2025

Chief Miglino Named 3rd District Healthcare Hero by Suffolk Legislature

Suffolk’s Healthcare Hero has responded to over 80,000 emergency calls.

Jun 9, 2025

Child Support Specialist Caitlin Del Vento Named Suffolk Employee of the Month

From a critical county department comes the Suffolk Employee of the Month.

Jun 9, 2025

Patchogue Community Garden Awarded Grant to Support Local Food Access

County green to help the community garden grow.

Jun 9, 2025

Brookhaven Continues Long-Range Effort to Restore South Shore Wetlands

Brookhaven eyesore comes tumbling down.

Jun 6, 2025

Massive Fire at Calverton Recycling Facility Raises Health Concerns; Officials Call for Federal, State Monitoring

South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk covers the Calverton blaze that took 250 firefighters to extinguish.

Jun 6, 2025

The Long Island Express: A Hurricane’s Wrath on the South Shore

As Hurricane Season begins, the South Shore Press brings you this special feature by reporter Robert Chartuk on the infamous “Long Island Express” storm of 1938.

Jun 3, 2025

Officials Urge Hurricane Preparedness at Smith Point Press Conference

The big one is coming; are you ready?

Jun 3, 2025

Patchogue Pride Parade Returns This Sunday with Expanded Mission and New Grand Marshals

Patchogue’s Pride Parade returns Sunday with color, music, and a powerful message of inclusion.

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