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Heros for Our Heroes

Town Leaders Assist Panico’s Market with Delivery of 600 Heros to First
Responders and Law Enforcement Throughout New York

Thursday
Morning, Smithtown officials were asked to assist in handing out over 600 herosandwiches at Panico’s Market in Nesconset.  The annual Heros for Our
Heroes initiative is led by Donato Panico and his team each year as a way o...

Supervisor's Report

A HAMLET-TO-HAMLET WEEKLY SUMMARY OF WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND SMITHTOWN

September is a great time of year for Smithtown residents, as we watch our children head back to school for a new chapter of life and learning. Our Back-to-School supply drive was a huge success last week, as we collected enough items to fill at least 40 ...

Smithtown Pet of the Week

Polly the Perfect Polydactyl

The Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pet of the Week is Polly, a Female 2 year old Domestic Short Hair Polydactyl cat, more fondly referred to as a “Hemingway” cat. Polly was brought to the shelter as part of our Trap, Neuter, Rele...

Alzheimer Caregiver Programs

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department to Offer Two Informative Sessions for Alzheimer Caregivers

The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department will host two programs to help educate caregivers for those living with Alzheimer’s Disease. The Senior Citizens Department will hold a seminar on Effective Communications Strategies on Thursday, September ...

Back to School Supply Drive

The Town of Smithtown presented Christine Fitzgerald of the Smithtown Children’s Foundation with over 35 pre-filled backpacks along with additional school supplies and empty backpacks for disadvantaged local children. From Wednesday, August 21st...

Senior Citizens Clubs Open House

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department to Hold an Open House for Senior Clubs on September 16th

The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department will hold an Open House to showcase the variety of available Senior Clubs. The open house will take place on Monday, September 16th from 12:00PM to 2PM in the Senior Citizens Center auditorium. This event i...

Hate Crime Prevention Presentation

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Presents a Hate Crime Prevention Seminar on September 16th

The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department will conduct a presentation on Hate Crime Prevention on Monday, September 16th, at 10AM in the Senior Citizens Center Library. This program is open to Smithtown senior citizens age 60 and older. The present...

Be Prepared for Hurricane Season

For the Atlantic, Hurricane Season begins June 1 and ends November 30. Historically, the greatest potential for hurricanes in New York occurs from August through October, however it is important to remain prepared at all times. Taking the time to have a p...

12th Annual Stand Up For the Homeless Event

Smithtown Horizons and Youth Bureau Participate in Stand Up For the Homeless Event at Suffolk County Community College

The Town of Smithtown Horizons Counseling and Education Center and
Youth Bureau participated in the 12th annual Stand Up for the Homeless event atSuffolk County Community College in Brentwood. Both Horizons and the Youth
Bureau made significant donati...

Smithtown Pets of the Week

Adopt Sully and Boo

Introducing the Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pets of the Week, Sully and Boo, a pair of five year old Maine Coon cat brothers. They were originally adopted from the shelter, and have just been returned since their owner could no longer provide for them. The...

Supervisor's Weekly Update: Labor Day Weekend Fun

WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND SMITHTOWN LABOR DAY WEEKEND

Summer has gone by way too fast… But we still have one long weekend left to enjoy with family and good friends. As we head into the Labor Day weekend, this week's report focuses on some outstanding free events happening this holiday weekend, as...

Town of Smithtown Blood Drive

Smithtown Blood Drive to be Held at Smithtown Landing Country Club on September 25th

The Town of Smithtown Personnel Department, in collaboration with the New York Blood Center, will host the annual Blood Drive at the Smithtown Landing Country Club on September 25th from 9AM to 3PM.

Anyone wishing to help make a difference can schedule an ...

Affordable Medical Alert Services for Senior Citizens

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Provides Low Cost Medical Alert Monitoring Services

The Smithtown Senior Citizens Department offers in-home medical alert monitoring services to its senior residents aged 62 and older. Medical alert clients simply wear an easy-touch activator that can be worn as a pendant or on the wrist. When activated, p...

Smithtown Pets of the Week

Pierce The New Pup and a Pair of Affection Perfection

The Smithtown Animal Shelter’s Pets of the Week are Pierce, a healthy, five year-old Pitbull Mix and Raggedy Anne and Andy, a bonded pair of kittens. 

Pierce is the new guy at the shelter, and hopefully his stay won’t be very l...

SMITHTOWN HOSTS BI-ANNUAL PAPER SHREDDING EVENT

Safely shred sensitive documents at the Bi-Annual Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, September 21, 2019

The Town of Smithtown Department of Environment and Waterways, in
partnership with the Municipal Services Facility and the Department of PublicSafety, will host the second Paper Shredding Event of the year on Saturday,
September 21st. The event will b...

Supervisors Update V3

A HAMLET-TO-HAMLET WEEKLY SUMMARY OF WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND SMITHTOWN

The first day of School is swiftly approaching. While parents are busy shopping for school supplies and new clothes, our Highway & Traffic Safety departments are busy improving roads and crosswalks for the new school year. For those looking to do some...

Alcohol Awareness Pizza Box Project

Local Youth End the Summer with a Public Awareness “Pizza Box Top” Event to Target Adults who Provide Alcohol to Youth

Smithtown’s younger generation of volunteers participated in the annual Town of Smithtown Pizza Box Top Project on August 16th. This youth-led initiative helps to prevent underage drinking, and the sale of or providing of alcohol to minors. Five...

Meals on Wheels for Senior Citizens

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Provides Home Delivered Meals for Eligible Senior Residents

The Smithtown Senior Citizens Department offers a Home Delivered
Meals Program for residents ages 60 and over residing within the Town of Smithtown.Hot, nutritious meals are delivered by volunteers to the frail homebound
elderly Mondays through Friday...

Supervisor's Report Volume II

A HAMLET-TO-HAMLET WEEKLY SUMMARY OF WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND SMITHTOWN

After an excellent response from our Residents, we’re pleased to present this Town Update on a hamlet-to-hamlet basis each week. In addition to numerous projects underway, our public input survey for the Comprehensive Master Plan will be open un...

Congregate Lunches for Senior Citizens

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Holds Daily Lunches For Residents Over 60

Smithtown’s senior citizens can participate in Congregate Lunches Mondays through Fridays, provided by the Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department. All senior citizens ages 60 and over are invited to participate in this social setting. Lunc...

A Tour Through Kings Park History

Rep. Tom Suozzi Joins State, County, and Town Leaders in a Tour of the Only School-Community Managed Museum in the Nation

On Friday, August 2nd, Congressman Tom Suozzi joined Supervisor Ed Wehrheim, along with Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick, Assemblyman Steve Engelbright, Legislator Rob Trotta, Legislator Leslie Kennedy, Comptroller John Kennedy, Councilwoman Lisa Inzerillo...

Home Repair Services for Senior Citizens

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Programs Provide Minor Maintenance Repair Services to Town Senior Citizens

Smithtown’s senior residents can contact the Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department to take advantage of a series of household assistance programs available. The maintenance and repair services provided allow for seniors to save money and ...

Supervisor's Report

A New Update From the Town to Residents

As we enjoy the first week of August, our amazing labor force has a busy week ahead. Some of you may have noticed repairs and renovations underway while driving past Whisper the Bull.  In about a week, a new freestanding wall and “Smith...

Beacon House Clothing Drive for Homeless Veterans

Smithtown Vets, AARP & Beacon House Kick-off Used Clothing Collection to Benefit Homeless Veterans

American Legion Post 833 of Smithtown and VFW Post 10870 have partnered with AARP Volunteers and United Veterans Beacon House to hold a new and/or gently used clothing drive for veterans and their families in need. Smithtown Town Hall will serve as a seco...

Boat Refueling at Long Beach Marina Now Available

New Gas Pumps Allow Boaters to Refuel Right on the Water

Visitors to the Long Beach Marina in Nissequogue can now fill up boats right on the water. The new fueling stations, installed just a few weeks ago, can service any and all boaters, not just those mooring at the marina. Fueling stations are located just o...

2019 Leo P. Ostebo Kings Park Heritage Museum Award

SMITHTOWN HONORS YOUNG EXCHANGE STUDENT FOR HER CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY

Supervisor Ed Wehrheim joined Kings Park High School Superintendent Dr. Timothy Eagen and representatives from the Kings Park Heritage Museum Award to honor Martina Segarra Ostolaza, who has been selected to receive the 2019 Leo P. Ostebo Kings Park Herit...

More Transportation for Residents with Disabilities

Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Acquires New Minivan to Assist Residents with Disabilities with Day to Day Travel

The Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department has acquired a new minivan to use as a transportation service for those with disabilities who have no other means of transportation. This new minivan, plus the existing bus, is available to serve residents ...