🌱 Employees File Lawsuit Against Watermill Caterers + Happenings

Good morning, Smithtown! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Smithtown Patch newsletter. Let's get this Sunday started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening around town. Today's briefing includes:

• Two workers are suing Watermill Caterers in Smithtown.
• Smithtown resident Pat Biancaniello was nominated for 2023 Women of Distinction.
• TBR News Media shared 56 scenes of the St. Patrick's Parade.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; windy, cooler. High: 42, low: 27.

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Here are the top five stories today in Smithtown:

1. Smithtown High School students recently played an adaptation of "Legally Blonde." The musical was a hit in the school community from March 15-18. Students worked hard to make sure their acting was impeccable and to design the set. Visit the link if you would like to check photos of the play. (Smithtown Matters)
2. Smithtown resident Pat Biancaniello was nominated as the 2023 Women of Distinction during the General Meeting of The Suffolk County Legislature. The special honor was to praise her incredible work on social projects and commitment to the community. (Smithtown Chronicle)
3. Watermill Caterers in Smithtown is being sued by two workers who claim the management has been illegally keeping the tips since 2016. The lawsuit was submitted to the Suffolk County Supreme Court on Thursday. The company lawyer did not respond to comments. This is a developing story. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
4. The Smithtown Public Library-Nesconset Building is challenging teens in the neighborhood to play Laser Tag on Friday, March 31, at 6:30 p.m. It's a video game tournament topped with free snacks. Click here to register. (Smithtown Chronicle)
5. Photo Gallery: Low temperatures did not stop St. James residents from coming out to celebrate Irish heritage on Saturday, March 11. TBR News Media shared 56 scenes of the St. Patrick's Parade. (TBR News Media)

Today in Smithtown:

• Winter Scavenger Hunt at Caleb Smith State Park. (10:30 a.m.)
• Smithtown Rotary St. Patrick's Go for the Green 5K. (Noon)
• Live Music with Legendary Murphy's at Garden Grill. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Sweetbriar Nature Center: "After 3 months in our care, Mittens has returned home! If you remember, when he was admitted this poor fox could hardly open his eyes, Mittens was thin and had mange." (Sweetbriar Nature Center via Facebook)
• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "From all of us at the Smithtown Department of Public Safety, have a Happy and Safe St. Patrick’s Day!" (Smithtown Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• SSPJ School: "Happy St Patrick's Day! We celebrated the Eucharist together and wore our favorite green shirts for this special day!" (SSPJ School via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Our little leprechauns had lots of fun this morning at our Commack Building." (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)
• St James/Smithtown Little League: "Happy St. Patrick's Day! Spring is right around the corner, and our 2023 season begins in less than a month. That means that registration deadlines are upon us." (St James/Smithtown Little League via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Sunday off right! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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