News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Jul 9, 2025

Veteran Walks 22 Miles to Honor Lives Lost to Suicide

A retired serviceman hit the road for veterans.

Jul 8, 2025

Windmill Returns to the Heart of Westhampton Beach—A Beacon of History and Pride

An old but new face anchors Main Street in Westhampton Beach.

Jul 8, 2025

Casting a Line in Suffolk: A Time-Honored Long Island Pastime

Stop wishing and go fishing, there are plenty of places for anglers along Suffolk’s shores.

Jul 7, 2025

Independence Parade Fills Patchogue with Pride

Patchogue wishes America a happy 249th birthday.

Jul 7, 2025

Trump Announces MABA Commission to Make America Beautiful Again

MABA is President Trump’s new initiative. What will it mean for local parks?

Jul 7, 2025

Hochul’s Nuclear Pivot Sparks Debate Over New York’s Energy Future

Two sides go at it over Hochul’s pro-nuclear stance.

Jul 3, 2025

From the Suburbs to the Statehouse: State Assembly Republicans Keep Up the Fight

Outnumbered and outgunned, these legislators keep up the fight.

Jul 2, 2025

Suffolk Officials Launch Summer STOP-DWI Campaign Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

Suffolk officials all out to stop highway carnage.

Jul 2, 2025

He Wanted it to Be Here, A Moment at Gavin’s Memorial in Eastport

A moving moment of remembrance at Gavin’s memorial.

Jul 1, 2025

Get Ready to Shell-ebrate: Oyster Jamboree Coming to Smith Point

Shuck Yeah! First-Ever Long Island Oyster Jamboree to Hit the Beach

Jun 30, 2025

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.

Jun 30, 2025

DeStefano Touts GOP Bills Amid “Disappointing” Legislative Session

Albany grinds on with little regard for the taxpayers.

Jun 30, 2025

Center Moriches Teachers Named Top Educators

The best of the best in Center Moriches.

Jun 27, 2025

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.

Jun 27, 2025

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.

Jun 26, 2025

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.

Jun 26, 2025

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?

Jun 26, 2025

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.

Jun 25, 2025

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.

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Education

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.


Local

Suffolk County Honors Volunteer Firefighter of the Year

Selden’s Bill Xikis is a Firefighter of the Year.


Local

Elected officials join environmental advocates for a tour of the Peconic River Estuary.

Officials hop on the boat to get a first hand look at the Peconic Estuary.