News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Sep 20, 2025

SCWA seeks millions in water quality grants

$44 million from the state would go a long way for water quality in Suffolk.

Sep 20, 2025

Hon. Jerry Garguilo, esteemed Suffolk justice, dies at 74

Community shocked by sudden death of Supreme Court Justice Jerry Garguilo.

Sep 20, 2025

Family continues Mister Softee legacy in Center

New treats in town with grand opening of the Center Moriches Mr. Softee.

Sep 20, 2025

Man on the Street: Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension

Kimmel temporarily booted from ABC. Here’s what people said.

Sep 20, 2025

Veterans Day parade to honor Grand Marshal Ina Casali

A Navy veteran has been named as the grand marshal of the East Moriches veterans parade.

Sep 20, 2025

Holy Angels car show revving up in Patchogue

Rev it up for a good cause: Holy Angels car show comes to Patchogue.

Sep 19, 2025

Suffolk County Donates Life-Saving AED to Clune American Legion

County donation could save a life.

Sep 19, 2025

Traffic Pattern to Ease Congestion on William Floyd

A new traffic pattern to ease congestion on William Floyd.

Sep 19, 2025

SSP columnist earns Humanity Matters awards

Humanity Matters TV celebrated the release of its 250th podcast during its inaugural awards ceremony at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County in Glen Cove, where South Shore Press columnist Rich Acritelli received the evening’s highest accolade.

Sep 18, 2025

Stefanik tears into Hochul at Long Island radio stop

Expected to announce for governor after the November election, Stefanik made a stop on Long Island.

Sep 18, 2025

Leslie E. Chornoma Jr.: A life rooted in East Moriches

Les Chornoma, an East Moriches life remembered.

Sep 17, 2025

New sidewalks and fresh pavement for Frowein Road

Frowein Road will be safer and smoother thanks to a $1.8 million county project.

Sep 17, 2025

New Traffic Pattern Aims to Ease Congestion on William Floyd

They’re going to try a new traffic pattern to help ease William Floyd congestion.

Sep 16, 2025

Democratic Councilman condemns political violence

In a rare move among Democrats, Southampton Town Councilman Michael Iasilli is taking a stand against political violence in the wake of the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Sep 16, 2025

Robert Chartuk Remembers the Hurricane of 1938

The Long Island Express Hurricane of 1938 is still remembered to this day.

Sep 15, 2025

Public Backlash Forces Newsday to Pull Kirk Cartoon, Apologize to Family

Newsday issues apology for spewing hateful Kirk rhetoric.

Sep 15, 2025

‘America’s Most Patriotic Venue’ Honors Charlie Kirk With Memorial Service

Outpouring of memories and tears for Charlie Kirk

Sep 15, 2025

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano gives blood during a recent donor event.

All out effort to give blood, save lives.

Sep 15, 2025

State Grants Long-Delayed 9/11 Disability Benefits to Widow of Suffolk Deputy Sheriff

Long-awaited benefits finally approved for a Suffolk Sheriff deputy who served at Ground Zero.

Sep 15, 2025

Potunk Masonic Lodge Hosts Annual Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ

An event you won’t want to miss: The Potunk Masonic Lodge Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ.

Daily Feed

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

Local “Bowlers to Veterans Link” chapter sets $1 mil goal

Maple Family Centers—which owns Coram County Lanes—hosts Bowlers to Veterans Link (est. 1942), a non-profit organization with fundraisers designed to improve the quality of life for Veterans and active-duty service members.


Local

That is a tasty burger: Shake Shack opening Selden location

Move over, Lake Grove: a Shake Shack is coming to Selden on Thursday, November 20th, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.