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Nov 15, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department announces Christmas parade date and donation locations

The Smithtown Fire Department's Christmas parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 14th, 2019.

Nov 9, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department launches toy drive for local families

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the commencement of its 2020 Toy Drive.

Nov 9, 2024

Christmas Parade set for December 18 with details forthcoming

The annual Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 18th this year, starting at 4 p.m. Details about the exact route will be shared on social media and other platforms once finalized.

Nov 8, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department hosts annual toy drive

The Smithtown Fire Department is currently hosting a toy drive.

Nov 7, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department sets date for annual Christmas parade

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced that its annual Christmas parade will take place on December 16, 2023.

Nov 4, 2024

Christmas parade proceeds with safety measures on December 12

The annual Christmas parade is set to proceed as planned on December 12, starting at 4 p.m. Organizers have announced that the parade route will be revealed in the coming weeks and will feature modifications from previous years.

Oct 26, 2024

Smithtown FD Explorers seek donations for Thanksgiving meal drive

The Smithtown FD Explorers, in collaboration with the Smithtown Food Pantry, are organizing a drive to prepare Thanksgiving dinner boxes for families in need.

Oct 22, 2024

New model helps predict catalytic behavior under varying conditions

Chemists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory have introduced a new theoretical framework aimed at predicting catalyst behavior with greater accuracy.

Oct 19, 2024

Fire Prevention Day event set for October 24

Fire Prevention Day is scheduled for Sunday, October 24, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the headquarters located at 100 Elm Avenue.

Oct 15, 2024

DEA's national effort focuses on safe disposal of prescription drugs

The DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for October 24th.

Oct 7, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department announces Fire Prevention Day on October 23

Fire Prevention Day at the Smithtown Fire Department is scheduled for October 23 this year.

Sep 27, 2024

Firefighters respond to early morning blaze on Sandalwood Drive in Smithtown

Smithtown volunteer firefighters responded to a structure fire at 31 Sandalwood Drive early on September 27, 2024.

Aug 21, 2024

Smithtown honors firefighter James Shellock with procession

On August 19, a tribute was held for Firefighter and Paramedic James Shellock in Smithtown.

Aug 19, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department honors late firefighter with memorial video

On August 13, a young member of the Smithtown Fire Department passed away.

Aug 13, 2024

Firefighter James Shellock passes away in a motor vehicle accident

The Chief's Office has announced the tragic passing of Firefighter/Paramedic James Shellock from Engine Co. 4.

Jul 27, 2024

Willow Condo Complex fire under investigation after major response

Smithtown, NY – On July 26, 2023, a structure fire occurred at the Willow Condo Complex located at 12 Plantation Drive.

Jul 23, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department serves as color guard at Mets vs Blue Jays game

The Smithtown Fire Department had the opportunity to serve as the color guard during the national anthems at a baseball game between the New York Mets and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Jul 14, 2024

Emergency response drill simulates train-vehicle collision with injuries

A drill simulating a collision between a train and a vehicle, involving injured patients, is scheduled to take place.

Jul 9, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department equips vehicles with sensory kits for autistic patients

The Smithtown Fire Department has implemented a new initiative by equipping their ambulances and first responder vehicles with sensory kits.

Jun 28, 2024

Teenager alerts family during Smithtown house fire leading to safe evacuation

In the early morning of June 26, 2020, a fire broke out in Smithtown, New York.

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.