News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Dec 14, 2025

The Issue with Tissue: Major Brands Flunk Sustainability Test

It turns out America’s softest household essential may be quietly strangling forests one roll at a time.

Dec 14, 2025

AI Rules Must Cover the Four Cs

A proposed federal framework on artificial intelligence is forcing a reckoning over regulation, as lawmakers and policy advocates debate safeguards to protect the Four Cs.

Dec 14, 2025

Community Coalition Helps Residents Facing Cancer

Founded by local residents more than 30 years ago, the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition offers practical help to cancer patients and families across the township.

Dec 13, 2025

Holiday Tree Lighting Showcases Avery Estate Revival

A record crowd, a glowing tree, and a local history museum highlighted the Avery Estate’s growing role as a holiday tradition and historic treasure in East Patchogue.

Dec 13, 2025

Community Steps Up After Food Drive Hits Snag

When an unexpected setback threatened Colonial Youth’s Christmas Food and Toy Drive, a surge of community generosity turned a potential holiday heartbreak into a story of hope and resilience.

Dec 13, 2025

Gas Hookup Rule Repeal Threat to Affordability

They’re at it again. Repealing the gas hookup rule will make New York even more expensive.

Dec 13, 2025

Sunrise Wind and the Ghost of Shoreham

Sunrise Wind brings sobering reminder of the Shoreham nuclear debacle.

Dec 13, 2025

Rising Sunrise Wind Costs Will Fall on Ratepayers, Taxpayers

Into the big unknown: the cost of Sunrise Wind.

Dec 13, 2025

Barn Again Farm Grows on Center Moriches

A 14-year-old entrepreneur turned his Barn Again Farm stand into a holiday destination.

Dec 13, 2025

Senate Republicans Host Suffolk Affordability Roundtable

Affordability was the topic of a state Senate roundtable.

Dec 12, 2025

EJ’s PJs Pajama Extravaganza Spreads Holiday Warmth

A lot of people will be warm this winter thanks to these folks.

Dec 12, 2025

EJ’s PJs Pajama Extravaganza A Huge Success

District Attorney, Sheriff, Police Commissioner, Town Clerk, and Legislator all turn out for this heartwarming event.

Dec 12, 2025

Officials Rally to Push PROTECT Act

The PROTECT Act is being pushed by local officials to combat the crime wave caused by cashless bail.

Dec 12, 2025

Brookhaven Hosts Annual Town Hall Holiday Toy Drive

A happy holiday for many thanks to the Brookhaven toy drive.

Dec 11, 2025

Trump Showcases Economic Gains for American Workers

Trump shift gears to the economy at Pennsylvania rally.

Dec 10, 2025

Reform Movement Prevails in Gordon Heights Fire District Vote

A years-long fight to save taxpayer money continues in Gordon Heights.

Dec 10, 2025

Billions Leave New York in Overseas Transfers

The foreign cash drain from New York is in the billions.

Dec 8, 2025

GOP Lawmakers Warn Against Democrat Tax Hikes

Read their lips: No new taxes.

Dec 8, 2025

Suffolk Issues Bond Notice After $112 Million Verdict

Suffolk notifies bond market that it is fighting $112 million verdict.

Dec 8, 2025

Trump Charts Strategy for American Strength

Trump outlines his vision for America.

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Sports

The Big Upset

The Commack varsity boys basketball team pulled off a major upset to advance in the playoffs this weekend. Commack handed second-seeded North Babylon a tight and hard-fought 54-52 loss.