🌱Basement Fire Extinguished In Smithtown+ Early Voting Ends On Nov. 6

Hi all. I'm here on time with your fresh copy of the Smithtown Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally. In today's issue, you'll get updates on the following:

• New York elections updates.
• Smithtown basement's house ablaze.
• Halloween event at Smith Haven Mall and more!

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds. High: 66, low: 56.

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Here are the top five stories today in Smithtown:

1. The New York Governor's race is in full swing. Polls show numbers are narrowing between Democrat Kathy Hochul and Republican Lee Zeldin. The early voting period ends on Sunday, Nov 6. Visit the link to learn more about New York’s midterm elections. (NY Times)
2. Town of Smithtown Fire Department battled a blaze on Abbot Road. According to official reports, the home's basement caught fire on Saturday morning. All residents escaped to safety during the incident. It's unclear what caused the fire. (Smithtown Patch)
3. Smith Haven Mall is hosting a "Spooktacular" afternoon today with trick-or-treating and everything in between for all kiddos that show up between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Every store participating in the event will have a pumpkin sticker on its window. Pictures and props will be available with seasonal decorations. (Patch Events)
4. For those looking for a house in Smithtown, check out this five-bedroom colonial with an above-ground pool at 14 Franklin Drive, Smithtown, NY. The property is on the market for $650,000. Visit the link to see pictures of the property and contact the realtors to schedule a tour today. (Smithtown Patch)
5. An educational seminar at the Smithtown Public Library focuses on Medicare. Licensed specialist Gracemarie Horan-Luce will be at the Nesconset building on Nov. 4 at 11 a.m. to teach everything you should know about enrollment, coverage, what you get and other important topics. No registration is required. (Smithtown Public Library)

Patch deal of the day:

Good knives make all the difference in the kitchen, but you don’t need to overpay for them. Seido Japanese knives are made with strong high-carbon stainless steel (high-carbon knives are more durable and usually more expensive) and have an acute 15-degree angle for a noticeably sharper cutting face (most Western-style knives have edge angles of 25 degrees). For a limited time, Patch readers can get a 5-piece Seido Japanese master knife set for 71 percent off. At just under $70, this chef-quality set is perfect for any home cook and would also make a great gift for the holidays.

(The Patch Deals team scours the web for deals we think you'll love; we may earn a commission on purchases. All deals are as of publication and could change.)

Today in Smithtown:

• Pumpkin Parade (Smithtown Library - Nesconset Building). (10 a.m.)
• Happy Halloween (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Halloween Parade (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (11 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (Noon)
• Senior Self-Defense Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (2 p.m.)
• Make It Monday (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Knights of Columbus Church is hosting a weekend clothing drive in November. Adult and children's clothes will be distributed on Nov. 12-13 at 9 a.m. on both days. Donations are still being accepted. The church is at 44 Church St. in Kings Park. (Patch Events)
• Sweetbriar Nature Center: "Meet the newest member of our ever-growing Sweetbriar family, Penny who was found going door to door begging for food. She was easily captured due to her friendly nature." (Sweetbriar Nature Center via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "We had such a great time at our Peek-a-BOO program!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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