News by Robert Chartuk

News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press


Jun 6, 2025

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.

Jun 6, 2025

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.

Jun 3, 2025

Officials Urge Hurricane Preparedness at Smith Point Press Conference

The big one is coming; are you ready?

Jun 3, 2025

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.

Jun 2, 2025

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.

Jun 2, 2025

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.

Jun 2, 2025

Renewed Push for Tougher Cannabis Laws After Middle School Incident

Legislators push for packaging changes for cannabis.

Jun 2, 2025

Garbarino Leads Push for Stronger Cybersecurity in Silicon Valley Talks

Garbarino looks to get a handle on the nation’s cybersecurity vulnerability.

Jun 2, 2025

DeStefano Calls Out Democrats for Blocking Voter ID Bill

No ID, no problem when the Democrats want you to vote.

Jun 2, 2025

Bellport Veteran Honored for Lifelong Commitment to Service

The newest honoree in the Veterans Hall of Fame.

May 29, 2025

Vector Control to Conduct Aerial Mosquito Treatments Along South Shore

Suffolk’s plan to beat the buzzers.

May 29, 2025

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.

May 28, 2025

Zeldin in Media Blitz to Reinforce Trump’s Agenda, Target Green New Deal Waste

Zeldin takes aim at Green New Deal slush funds.

May 28, 2025

Legislators Announce $4.5 Million for Bellport Revitalization

Legislators Deliver $4.5 million for Bellport.

May 27, 2025

Proposed East Moriches Cemetery to Be Open to All Faiths, Developer Says

Breaking news on plan to build massive East Moriches cemetery.

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

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.


Local

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.