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Feb 24, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department replaces Blue Line Flag with American Flag

On February 2, 2021, the Smithtown Fire Department received a notification from Newsday about a complaint regarding a Blue Line Flag placed on their rescue truck.

Feb 24, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department mourns loss of Ex-Chief Richard Keller

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the passing of Ex-Chief Richard Keller.

Feb 10, 2024

Firefighters tackle warehouse blaze in Kings Park for seven hours

On February 8th at 20:34, the Smithtown Fire Department responded to a reported commercial structure fire near Lawrence Rd and Old Northport Rd in Kings Park.

Feb 5, 2024

Smithtown FD enhances rescue capabilities with new specialized operations vehicle

On February 1, 2020, the Smithtown Fire Department introduced a new vehicle to its fleet.

Jan 20, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department mourns loss of long-serving member

The Smithtown Fire Department has announced the passing of William Snak Jr., who served with Engine Company 1 for 17 years.

Jan 6, 2024

Smithtown donates surplus fire gear to support Kentucky firefighters

Smithtown Fire District has contributed surplus fire equipment to the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund for distribution to fire departments in Kentucky.

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.


Sports

Bayport-Blue Point score 70 as their offense shines

It’s not every day you go to a football game and see over 100 points scored, especially in high school. It’s even rarer to see one team put up 70 points, but with Bayport-Blue Point, it somehow doesn’t feel all that shocking.


Sports

Rocky Point wins their Salute to Service game

Rocky Point held its annual Salute to Service game under the lights Friday night, and the team looked inspired after honoring local heroes on the field beforehand. The Eagles rode that energy to a dominant 44-19 win over Amityville.