News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
State Declares Drought Watch Amid Abnormally Dry Conditions, Water Restrictions Possible
Drought conditions are leaving Long Islanders a little dry.
Potunk Masonic Lodge Prepares to Celebrate 100 Years of Brotherhood and Community Service
100 years went by fast for the Potunk Masons.
The Queen’s Gambit: Can Hochul’s Atomic Aspirations Keep the Lights on?
A veteran of reporting on nuclear energy since the 1980’s Robert Chartuk takes a look at Gov. Hochul’s nuclear gambit.
Judge Allows Cutting-Edge DNA Evidence in Gilgo Murder Case
DNA evidence is approved in Gilgo murder case.
Arianna and Antonio Guler at their new Mr. Softee shop in Center Moriches.
From trucks to toppings: Shirley brothers scoop up a sweet new chapter in Center Moriches.
Knights of Columbus Launch Food Drive and Raffle to Support Local Families
Knights on a mission to help the hungry.
Artist Elaine Ryder-Thompson Selected to Paint 45th Ryder Cup Poster at Bethpage Black
Among the fanfare of the Ryder’s Cup is Suffolk Artist Elaine Ryder-Thompson.
Man Dies After Jumping from Fire Island Lighthouse
Tragic suicide at the Fire Island Lighthouse
Suffolk County Police Foundation Announces Major Fundraiser
They serve us, let’s do something for them.
Altice Backtracks on Channel Move After Brookhaven Pushback
Cable giant Altice USA knuckles under, agrees to keep Brookhaven’s local access channel at 18.
Lennon Leads Long Island Sound Kayak Challenge to Confront Veteran Suicide Crisis
They hit a storm but kayakers push on in 22-mile sound crossing for veterans.
They’ll Be Working on the Roads
Sure, it’s a pain in the neck now, but the Sunrise Highest repair work will be worth it.
U.S. Coast Guard shows off record drug seizures under Operation Pacific Viper.
Read how Operation Pacific Viper seized enough drugs to kill 23 million people.
Despite Public Perception, Weather Forecasts Are Highly Accurate, Experts Say
Everyone thinks they’re usually wrong, but the Weather Service mostly gets it right.
Mastic Beach Redevelopment Draws Praise, Concerns Over Traffic and Crime
Town hears resident concerns over the Beechwood Project: here’s what they had to say:
Ron DeCesare Unveils Stunning Fantasy-Inspired Art at Center Moriches Library
For phantasmagorical art, check out the work by Ron DeCesare at the Center Moriches Library.
The Parking Lot Was Their Palette, Seniors Transform Spots into Personal Canvases at Eastport-South Manor
School year starts with a splash of color and creativity at Eastport-South Manor
Zeldin Details Mission to ‘Right the Wrongs’ at the EPA
The latest from EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin
Natural Pest Control at Historic Manor of St. George
Insects don’t stand a chance against these birds.
Altice Shifts Brookhaven’s Public Access Channel from 18 to 1310; Panico Protests
Brookhaven channel demoted.
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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.
Driver sparks 12-car parkway pile up
Reckless driver causes 12-car parkway pile up and then tries to flee.
Middle Island ceremony honors Gold Star families
Solemn ceremony at the Gold Star Mothers event.