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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.

May 23, 2024

Smithtown honors WWII hero as Memorial Day Grand Marshal

Smithtown, NY - During World War II, 58 members of the Smithtown Fire Department served in the armed forces.

May 22, 2024

Shed fire on Plymouth Blvd quickly contained by Smithtown volunteers

Smithtown's Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported house fire on Plymouth Blvd last Thursday.

May 8, 2024

Smithtown assists Kings Park with Sunken Meadow Golf Course fire

Smithtown members responded to Kings Park on May 8, 2024, to assist with a structure fire at the Sunken Meadow Golf Course.

May 3, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department to host Memorial Day parade on May 30

The Smithtown Fire Department will host the 2022 Memorial Day parade on May 30, starting at noon.

Apr 11, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department elects new chief and assistant chiefs

On Thursday, April 8th, 2021, the Smithtown Fire Department conducted its annual elections for officers as required by state law.

Apr 11, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department conducts remote elections amid social distancing

A historic election took place at Smithtown Fire Department's headquarters and online on Thursday, April 9, 2020.

Mar 20, 2024

South Shore Press Exclusive: A Conversation with Vivek Ramaswamy

This past week Mychajliw caught up with Ramaswamy at his Columbus, Ohio home and spoke to him about an issue that was critically important to his presidential campaign: reviving America's lost identity while also reducing the $34 trillion national debt, which is expected to climb to $54 trillion in ten years.

Mar 20, 2024

CORRECTION

Additionally, we reported on a civil rights employment discrimination lawsuit against Mr. Schiavoni's 2020 senate campaign filed by Emily Dwyer. We incorrectly stated that the lawsuit was pending before Judge George Nolan in Suffolk County Courts, Supreme Court. In fact, Judge George Nolan dismissed the case in October 2023. We apologize for any misunderstanding caused by our previous reporting on this matter.

Mar 14, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department reaffirms commitment during COVID-19 outbreak

The Smithtown Fire Department has reaffirmed its commitment to the health and safety of the community amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.

Mar 2, 2024

Firefighters control Dartmouth Drive fire; investigation underway

Smithtown's volunteer firefighters responded to a structure fire at 19 Dartmouth Drive on Sunday, March 1st, at 4:30 PM.

Feb 28, 2024

William Floyd Dominates at Section XI State Qualifiers

Joshua Jordan was the Suffolk County champion in the 55-meter dash – running a personal best time of 6.44! Joshua's record-setting time stacks up with some of the best runners in the state. Head coach Ed Noll said he is very confident heading into the state meet and expects to have a podium finish. Congratulations, Joshua!

Feb 26, 2024

Smithtown Fire Department reinstates Blue Line Flag after community feedback

The Board of Fire Commissioners, alongside the Chiefs Office, has decided to reverse its earlier decision to remove the Blue Line Flag from a rescue truck.

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.

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

MLB Draft Is Full of Suffolk Players

Long Island has always been able to produce plenty of talent that get drafted into the Major League Baseball draft, but this year the amount of quality players that were taken were as impressive as any group that we have seen.


Sports

Maragioglio Becomes an All-American

Bellport High School's Caitlin Maragioglio has become the school's first female wrestler to be named an All-American.