Smithtown, NY Local News, Events, and Information

Mount Sinai Fri. Jan 10 2025

Weekend forecast for Mount Sinai Friday, Jan 10 - Sunday, Jan 12

Your weather for this weekend

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Fri. Jan 10 2025

Title: Former Long Islanders Among Evacuees as Wildfires Rage in Los Angeles Area

Wildfires in Los Angeles have forced evacuations, impacting many, including former Long Islanders. Residents face uncertainty as firefighting efforts continue amid the crisis.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Smithtown Weather: Friday June 13

High: 76°

Low: 63°

Wind: 5 MPH NE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees. Thundery outbreaks in nearby during the morning, overcast in the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Mount Sinai Fri. Jan 10 2025

Title: East Islip Man Indicted on Charges of Kidnapping and Rape of 14-Year-Old Girl

Francis Buckheit of East Islip has been indicted for kidnapping and raping a 14-year-old girl. His attorney is preparing a defense as the community expresses outrage and concern.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

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Karen Crank-Jonap Smithtown Obituaries - Fri. Feb 14 2025

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Mount Sinai Thu. Jan 9 2025

California Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles: Unprecedented Destruction and Loss

California wildfires devastate Los Angeles, claiming lives, displacing thousands, and causing $50B in damages as firefighters battle uncontained blazes.

Samantha Hespos Editor

California Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles: Unprecedented Destruction and Loss

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Sun. Jan 5 2025

Your Mount Sinai weather forecast for Monday, Jan 6 - Friday, Jan 10

What to expect when you step outside

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Suffolk County COVID-19 Statistics

Smithtown and Suffolk County COVID-19 Coverage and Statistics

There have been 572,814 cases in a county with a population of 1,476,601

n/a cases per 100,000

n/a infection rate

4,715 deaths

covid stats

Mount Sinai Sun. Jan 5 2025

Myths and Facts About Depression

Myths and facts about depression

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Sun. Jan 5 2025

Long Island Man Faces Animal Cruelty Charges for Withholding Veterinary Care from Puppy, According to DA

A good Samaritan found a puppy hit by a car and took it to a vet hospital, leading to the owner's arrest for animal cruelty, according to the District Attorney's office.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Long Island Man Faces Animal Cruelty Charges for Withholding Veterinary Care from Puppy, According to DA

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Mount Sinai Sun. Jan 5 2025

"God Blessed Me Today": Long Island Father Reacts After His Daughter is Found Following 25 Days of Being Missing

UPDATE: Frank Gervasi expressed that his "prayers" were answered when his 14-year-old daughter, Emma, was discovered on Friday.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Medford Sun. Jan 5 2025

Pedestrian Killed in Vehicle Collision on Long Island, Authorities Report

The 30-year-old Medford resident was declared deceased at the scene, while the driver remained unharmed, according to Suffolk police.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Fri. Jan 3 2025

“New Ferry Launches First Voyages Between Port Jeff and Bridgeport”

A new ferryboat has officially begun service between Port Jefferson and Bridgeport, enhancing travel options with improved capacity and modern amenities for passengers.

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“New Ferry Launches First Voyages Between Port Jeff and Bridgeport”

Samantha Hespos Editor

Hampton Bays Fri. Jan 3 2025

“Shinnecock Nation and New York Dispute Over Long Island Billboards

The Shinnecock Nation and New York State are at odds over the construction of billboards on Long Island, sparking a debate about land rights and local regulations.

Samantha Hespos Editor

Samantha Hespos Editor

Mount Sinai Fri. Jan 3 2025

“Father Pleads for Missing Long Island Girl: ‘Let My Baby Go’”

A Long Island father fears his missing daughter is being held against her will and pleads for her safe return, saying, “Let my baby go.”

Samantha Hespos Editor

“Father Pleads for Missing Long Island Girl: ‘Let My Baby Go’”

Samantha Hespos Editor

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