🌱 Green Munchies At New 'Just Salads' In Commack + Police Blotter

Hey, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Daily. Come along for the most important things happening these days in town, including updates on:

• A new eatery is now open on Jericho Turnpike.
• Groundhog Day events.
• Smithtown Police blotter and more!

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Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. A new eatery is now open on Jericho Turnpike in Commack. Just Salad chain aims to open four stores in Long Island, having its first location serving wraps, bowls, and more at 6040 Jericho Turnpike. If you are curious about this new spot in the neighborhood, check Just Salad's menu. (Patch)
2. Many events are scheduled to celebrate Groundhog Day on Long Island! The special day is fun to check if we will have a longer winter or an early spring. You can visit the link I've shared to see the events in your area. (News12)
3. Patch has the Smithtown Police Blotter of this week. Police reported a crime of Grand larceny on Golf Club Road in St. James. A person sent $400 to a scammer via Venmo. If you want to learn more, visit the Smithtown Police Blotter. (Smithtown Patch)
4. Suffolk police are searching for a man who exposed himself inside Barnes & Noble of the Smith Haven Mall. The suspect committed the lewd act in front of a woman who contacted the police. If anyone has any information that may help to identify him, please call 1-800-220-TIPS. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Chair Yoga (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10 a.m.)
• Nursery Rhyme Time (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Sensory Storytime (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (11 a.m.)
• Nutrition Through the Lifespan (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• The Thing About Yetis (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2:30 p.m.)
• Secret Pizza Party (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (4:30 p.m.)
• Decorate to Donate Volunteers (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "The middle school robotics teams from Accompsett, Nesaquake and Great Hollow recently competed in the FIRST Lego League Competition at Mineola High School, the Smithtown Central School District announced." (Smithtown Patch)
• On Sunday, a car was ablaze in the Smith Haven Mall parking lot. Luckily, no one was injured during the incident. Police did not release the cause of the fire but confirmed that it was not suspicious. (Smithtown Patch)
• For those looking for a job in the Smithtown area, check Patch's weekly list of openings in and around the neighborhood. (Smithtown Patch)

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All right, you're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Please get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

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