News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Windmills Were the Topic with the Man on the Beach at Smith Point
News of Massachusetts beaches closed due to the debris from a collapsed wind turbine blade didn't sit well with the beachgoers at Smith Point Park. Here's what they had to say:
Disgraced FBI Agent Strzok Gets $1.2 Million
Taxpayers will have to shell out $1.2 million agreed to by the Biden administration to settle a lawsuit by Peter Strzok, the disgraced FBI agent who claimed his rights were violated when his inflammatory emails against President Trump were made public. Another suit is pending by Strzok looking to get his job back and retire with full government benefits.
East Moriches World War l Roster
Going through a box of old books l won at an auction years ago, l came across a notebook containing a treasure trove of information about the men from East Moriches who served during World War I. "Soldiers in the World War" was written across the top of a notepad containing the service records of 21 heroes who were part of the "Great War," which started in 1914. Many are familiar names with relatives still in the area and are immortalized on the Eagle monument that stands on Main Street. The South Shore Press presents them as a tribute to those who answered their country's call.
Iran Close to Building Bomb
Iran is dangerously close to having enough material to build a nuclear bomb, according to a top Biden administration official, as the prospect of using diplomacy to stop the rogue nation from assembling a weapon has dimmed.
Beach Tips to Stay Safe
While idyllic days at the beach are one of Long Island's main summer attractions, there are many hazards to consider. These won't ruin your day if you're prepared.
Dark Energy Future for New York
Without a "monumental shift" in the way New York produces power, the state will not keep up with its growing need for energy, according to the president of National Grid Ventures, an international provider.
Free Health Screenings Courtesy of St. Francis
Residents can get a free cardiac screening for cholesterol and diabetes at a nearby location courtesy of the St. Francis Community Outreach Mobile Unit.
Assembly Task Force Tackles Trafficking
The state Assembly's Task Force on Human Trafficking, a growing concern on Long Island, reviewed the problem during a meeting at Stony Brook University.
Long Islanders Not Too Keen on the Biden Economy
With the White House painting a rosy picture of the Biden administration's fiscal record, the South Shore Press hit the streets to find out how the people feel about current economic conditions.
Officer Honored for Offshore Save
Even on a day off fishing with friends 80 miles out in the Atlantic, Police Officer Bill Parmenter was prepared to save a life.
Hamas Supporters Target Capitol
Protesters in favor of the terrorist group Hamas descended on the Capitol this week, burning U.S. flags and defacing national monuments. They timed their destruction with a speech before a joint session of Congress by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who called the protesters "Useful Idiots."
Warrior Ranch Keeps Cool Thanks to Caring Community
Veterans and others who served their country now have a cool place to hang out, thanks to the donation of a new air conditioning system at the Warrior Ranch in Calverton.
Water Rescue Squad at the Ready
Water rescue drills were conducted by the members of the Mastic Beach Fire Department on Wednesday, including practice with a new sonar device that allows them to see underwater.
Man on the Street: Convention
Convention in full swing, the South Shore Press asked some of our local officials
Local Leaders Across Suffolk County React to Biden Bowing Out
the voters who witnessed his debate debacle against Donald
Letters From the Deep State: Another Chapter Exposed
Another chapter in the Letters of the Deep State saga was written to give President Biden a shove out the door as he contemplated his reelection after his disastrous debate with Donald Trump.
Resiliency Plan Will Bolster Suffolk's Coast
Suffolk's coast will be bolstered under a plan announced last week by County Executive Ed Romaine. Phase 1 of a $1.3 million Coastal Resiliency Program aims to protect the mainland and improve water quality and wildlife habitat at three county-owned sites in Westhampton Beach and East Islip.
State Closes Prisons as Crime Runs Rampant
As crime runs rampant across the state, New York’s Progressive Democrats march ahead with their pro-criminal policies. Their latest move is the closure of the upstate Sullivan and Great Meadow prisons. 
Local Leaders Across Suffolk County React to Biden Bowing Out
Now that Joe Biden has listened to the leadership of his party and the voters who witnessed his debate debacle against Donald Trump, local officials had a lot to say about what his departure from the presidential race means for the nation.
Trump Haters Outed by Libs of TikTok Posse
The Libs of TikTok drew the ire of the woke world when it started to post the messages of left-wing Liberal crazies verbatim. It seemed that their memes and diatribes were okay for their own consumption, but when everyone else got to see them accumulated in one place, that was grounds for triggering.
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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.
William Floyd Educator Honored in Los Angeles with National Teaching Award
William Floyd teacher travels to L.A. to accept $25,000 award.
Tobacco Action Coalition of Long Island (TACLI) offers free New York Landlord Smoke-Free Housing Toolkit
The Tobacco Action Coalition of Long Island (TACLI) hopies to expand smoke-free environments all over New York.