🌱 Fatal Head-On Collision In Smithtown + Relay For Life Raised $125K

Hey, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll find news about...

• One dead in a crash in Smithtown.
• 50th anniversary of Hip Hop to be celebrated in Stony Brook.
• Events and more!

But first, today's weather:

Clouds and sun with a shower. High: 74, Low: 58.

Here are the top four stories today in Smithtown:

1. A head-on collision left one dead and one seriously injured on Middle Country Road in Smithtown. The accident happened on Thursday night. Both drivers were taken to a local hospital. (News 12 Long Island)
2. It's time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a rhythm that came to stay! Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is hosting a special concert commemorating Hip Hop on June 11. (TBR News Media)
3. Relay For Life in Smithtown raised $125K last Saturday. For 12 hours, students and community members marched around the Smithtown High School West field track to support those under cancer treatment. (Smithtown Patch)
4. On Thursday, Six people were injured at the Craft Shoes store in Commack after a vehicle crashed into the building. Luckily, no one was seriously injured in the incident. (News 12 Long Island)

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Today in Smithtown:

Saturday, June 10

• Butterfly and Bird Festival at Sweetbriar Center. (10 a.m.)
• Strawberry Festival & much, much more. (10 a.m.)
• Pizza and Painting at Calderone Theater. (11:30 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Smithtown Public Library kicks off summer 2023 with a Lawn Party on Saturday, June 10, at 2:30 p.m. Attendees will enjoy giant bubbles, fun outdoor games, dancing, and more! Click here to register. (Smithtown Chronicle)
• Smithtown Christian School: "Third grade welcomed volunteer Hugh Reilly and dog, Sammy from the Vet/Guide Dog Foundation into their classroom earlier this week. They learned so much and were able to bless them with many donations from our generous parents!" (Smithtown Christian School via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Malcolm finished 500 books before Kindergarten! Congratulations!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)
• St James/Smithtown Little League: "After Thursday's postponements, here are the updated baseball brackets for tonight. Good luck to everyone!" (St James/Smithtown Little League via Facebook)

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