News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
Maria Campasano of Mastic shows off her work with her friend, Kiara Cuello, of Moriches.
Local artists shine at Pattersquash show.
Massive Fire at Calverton Recycling Facility Raises Health Concerns; Officials Call for Federal, State Monitoring
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk covers the Calverton blaze that took 250 firefighters to extinguish.
The Long Island Express: A Hurricane’s Wrath on the South Shore
As Hurricane Season begins, the South Shore Press brings you this special feature by reporter Robert Chartuk on the infamous “Long Island Express” storm of 1938.
Rachel Fassman receives an honor from Legislator Dominick Thorne.
Legislature Lauds Life Saver
Top Students Honored at Eastport-South Manor Luncheon Hosted by Senator Palumbo
Suffolk’s best and brightest honored.
Officials Urge Hurricane Preparedness at Smith Point Press Conference
The big one is coming; are you ready?
Patchogue Pride Parade Returns This Sunday with Expanded Mission and New Grand Marshals
Patchogue’s Pride Parade returns Sunday with color, music, and a powerful message of inclusion.
Public Service Community Mourns the Loss of Alan Joseph Croce and Frank C. Tassone, Sr.
Two respected Suffolk County men—one a law enforcement leader, the other a beloved family patriarch—leave lasting legacies just days apart.
Stalemate Over Stony Brook Dam and Road Fuels Frustration, Prompts Rally
The Mill Pond Dam: The Feds will pay to fix it after the locals figure out who owns it.
Renewed Push for Tougher Cannabis Laws After Middle School Incident
Legislators push for packaging changes for cannabis.
Winners Announced for the Suffolk County Water Authority's 3rd Annual Poster Contest.
Water on their minds
Garbarino Leads Push for Stronger Cybersecurity in Silicon Valley Talks
Garbarino looks to get a handle on the nation’s cybersecurity vulnerability.
DeStefano Calls Out Democrats for Blocking Voter ID Bill
No ID, no problem when the Democrats want you to vote.
Bellport Veteran Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Service
The newest honoree in the Veterans Hall of Fame.
Smart Home Opens in Shirley, Giving Residents with Disabilities a High-Tech Path to Independence
Smart home technology comes to Shirley.
Vector Control to Conduct Aerial Mosquito Treatments Along South Shore
Suffolk’s plan to beat the buzzers.
Girl Scouts Step into Colonial History at the Manor of St. George
Girl Scouts step back in time to connect with Colonial history right in their backyard.
Zeldin in Media Blitz to Reinforce Trump’s Agenda, Target Green New Deal Waste
Zeldin takes aim at Green New Deal slush funds.
Legislators Announce $4.5 Million for Bellport Revitalization
Legislators Deliver $4.5 million for Bellport.
Proposed East Moriches Cemetery to Be Open to All Faiths, Developer Says
Breaking news on plan to build massive East Moriches cemetery.
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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.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
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.