Smithtown Fire Department News

Smithtown Fire Department News


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 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 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.

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.

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The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.


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Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off

This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.


Sports

Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling

The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.