News by Robert Chartuk
News by Robert Chartuk on South Shore Press
It’s War in Wellington
Bickering in Washington has nothing on the New Zealand Parliament
DeStefano Denounces Passage of Medical Aid in Dying Bill: “This Is a Grave Mistake”
Medical aid in dying bill is a “grave mistake” according to this legislator.
Murray Pushes to Save Business Owners from $6.2 Billion COVID Liability
Hochul urged to give business owners a break.
Media’s Tariff Tiff Brushed Back by Trump’s Trillions in U.S. Investments
Forget the negative tariff talk, here’s what Trump’s policies have achieved so far.
Tierney Shuts Down Violent Gangs
Tierney to violent gangs: “You will be found. You will be indicted. And you will be removed from our streets.”
Spring Bursts Into Bloom at Waterdrinker Farm’s Tulip Festival
Long Islanders enjoy a blaze of blooms at the Waterdrinker Tulip Festival in Manorville.
William Floyd Educator Honored in Los Angeles with National Teaching Award
William Floyd teacher travels to L.A. to accept $25,000 award.
Hochul Spins Budget Deal, While Lawmakers Say "Not So Fast!"
Gov. Hochul jumps the gun on budget announcement, details yet to be released.
Spotty is the King of the Road on Cross-Country Trek
Join Spotty, the French bulldog, on his trek across America.
House Passes “Take It Down Act” to Combat Online Exploitation of Minors
Congress acts on bill to protect children.
AI Data Center Urged for Brookhaven Lab
Suffolk Comptroller Kennedy thinks this site would be the perfect location for a major AI data center.
Scouts Restore Historic Tallmadge Trail at St. George Manor
Scouts walk in the footsteps of American heroes in Tallmadge Trail cleanup.
State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up
Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.
South Shore Press Reporter Makes a Stop at the Grand Canyon
South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk makes a stop at the Grand Canyon.
Community to Celebrate 103rd Birthday of WWII Vet and Former Brookhaven Councilman Gene Gerrard
Not many hit 103 years old, but this former Brookhaven Councilman did.
Trump Takes Over Penn Station Renovation
Riders pin Penn Station hopes on Trump to get renovations done.
Trump Throws Lifeline to American Seafood Industry
Long bristling under federal regulations, fishermen to get relief under Trump.
Pickles & Paws 2025: New York’s Largest Animal Adoption Festival Launches This Spring in Yaphank
Connect with s furry friend at New York’s largest adoption event.
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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.