🌱 Local Students-Athletes Win Titles + Dead Child Found In Smithtown

Good morning, friends! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Smithtown Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. Today we have these stories and more...

• Suffolk police discovered a terrible scene in Smithtown.
• School district athletes honored.
• Happenings in the neighborhood.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny. High: 80, Low: 66.

Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. Suffolk Police announced the discovery of a horrifying scene nearby the Smithtown LIRR station. A child was found dead inside a parked vehicle in the neighborhood. Reposts say the body was discovered on Monday at 4:15 p.m. This is a developing story, and details will follow as authorities release information to the public. (News 12 Long Island)
2. The Smithtown School District highlights the excellent skills and performance of student-athletes from the district's high schools. The Smithtown High School East was recognized as a "School of Distinction," and Smithtown High School East a "School of Excellence." Visit the link I've shared to check a picture of our local winners, courtesy of the school district. (Smithtown Patch)
3. “Kings Park Rocks” Summer Concert kicks off on Aug. 10! The music starts at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Lot on Main Street. There will be local bands playing the best of the 70s! Other attractions include raffles, food vendors, and more. (Kings Park Chamber Of Commerce)
4. The Smithtown Historical Society is set to host its annual Garden Party Brunch. The event is scheduled for Aug. 19 to support the animals living there. Every bit helps to keep the society's educational events and give the animals quality care. If you are interested in attending this event, check the details here. (Smithtown Historical Society)

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Today in Smithtown:

Wednesday, August 2

• The Yawn that Went Around the World at SmithLib-Smithtown. (10 a.m.)
• Game Day at SmithLib — Commack. (Noon)
• Little Book Buddies at SmithLib — Kings Park. (4 p.m.)
• Sunken Meadow Beach Yoga with Groovy Lotus. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Smithtown Library Kids: "The Commack Building had many talented artists creating adorable panda pictures!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)
• Patch: "Firefighters knocked down a fire that tore through a six-unit townhouse building at the Willow Condo Complex in Smithtown Wednesday, the Smithtown Fire Department said in a news release." (Smithtown Patch)
• Plenty of summer activities remain to keep the young ones busy in Smithtown! One option is the Adventures on the Waterside hosted by the Sweetbriar Center, where kiddos will explore the Nissequogue River starting Aug. 7! Check all details here. (Sweetbriar Center)
• Smithtown Christian School: "Here's an update on the growth of SCS and an inspiring message that our Superintendent, Joel Maus gave at church yesterday, "Christmas in July”." (Smithtown Christian School via Facebook)

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— Debora Whitehead

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