News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
$300 Billion Vanishing Act: Untracked Remittances Drain U.S. Economy, Shift Tax Burden to American Families
You see them everywhere: muniservice shops that wire money to other countries. Here’s the dirty little secret about how they drain hundreds of billions from the United States.
Dramatic Water Rescue at Smith Point Park Spotlights Local Firefighters’ Training and Readiness
Dramatic rescue off Smith Point.
New Yorkers Furious as Democrats Allocate $4.3 Billion for Illegal Immigrants, $50 Million for Deportation Lawyers
Gov. Hochul and the Democrats plan to shovel $4.3 billion in taxpayer dollars at illegal immigrants, including $50 million for lawyers to avoid deportation.
Say hello to the new “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign
A beautifully crafted “Welcome to Center Moriches” sign now adorns Main Street, proudly positioned in front of the historic Havens House at the East Moriches border.
Jimmy and Jackie Osborne Keep the Music Playing in Center Moriches
Beloved local duo celebrates 28 years of sharing music, memories, and Main Street magic.
New Dance Studio Brings Energy and Passion to Main Street Center Moriches
Get ready Center Moriches for a new rhythm on Main Street.
Patchogue-Medford Students Inspire $60K Grant for High School Library Renovations
Civic class engagement leads to $60,000 library grant.
Suffolk County Water Authority: A Century of Safeguarding a Vital Resource
The South Shore Press takes a look at the history of the Suffolk Water Authority.
While Protesters Burn the U.S. Flag, Mastic Beach Honored It in Special Ceremony
Don’t burn it, treat it properly.
New York’s $254 Billion Budget Draws Fire for Reckless Spending, Lack of Transparency
State budget out of whack—Comptroller Tom DiNapoli
Federal and Local Leaders Step Up Fight Against Fentanyl as Crisis Claims Thousands in New York
Lawmakers are stepping up to fight fentanyl.
Father’s Navy Jacket Brings Back Memories of World War II
World War II jacket brings back memories on Father’s Day.
Gene Gerrard celebrates his 103rd birthday with U.S. Rep. Claudia Tenney and former Brookhaven Councilman Charles Lefkowitz.
Hometown Hero Hits 103
Kyra’s Law Gains Senate Approval, But Faces Uncertainty in the Assembly
For the sake of the children, pass Kyra’s Law.
A Justice System in Chaos — How Progressive Democrat Policies Have Endangered New York
Just how bad does crime in New York have to get before these politicians wake up.
Congressmen Host Labor Secretary for Long Island Workforce Development Tour
U.S. Labor Secretary comes to Long Island to talk jobs, jobs, jobs.
Trump Cancels California’s EV Mandate at White House Ceremony, Praises EPA Chief Lee Zeldin as “Most Important Man in the Room”
Shirley Hero is the most important man in the room.
A Familiar Face Steps Up: Lonna Castro Named Director of Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
Meet the new library director
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.
Suffolk County Honors Volunteer Firefighter of the Year
Selden’s Bill Xikis is a Firefighter of the Year.
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.