🌱 Smithtown Daily: 1968 Corvette Stolen + Smithtown Blood Drive

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Diane Witek here to get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Milder; breezy in the p.m. High: 46, low: 36.

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Here are the top stories in Smithtown today:

1. Smithtown Police Blotter: 1968 Corvette stolen from driveway. See more recent incidents reported in the Smithtown area from Feb. 21 through Feb. 26. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown area pets are waiting to be adopted: We have puppies, parrots, cats and a hamster named Rosie! Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. (Smithtown Patch)
3. Who's hiring in and around Smithtown: It doesn't matter if you are looking for full-time or part-time work, opportunities are still out there. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter put together a roundup of the latest local jobs posted in the region. (Smithtown Patch)
4. The Town of Smithtown will be holding a blood drive. According to the press release, "New York Blood Center Blood Drive — Town of Smithtown — March 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 495 Landing Ave., Smithtown." (Press Release Desk)
5. Two men stole assorted items valued at more than $3,100 from Home Depot, located at 5025 Jericho Twp. in Commack on Feb. 21. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS. (smithtownmatters.com)

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Today in Smithtown:

• Baby Playdate (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Art Group (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (Noon)
• Suffolk County Police Department 4th Precinct Community Meeting (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (6:30 p.m.)
• Adult Writers Group (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)
• Money Matters for Young Adults. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Brooksite: "I have a corner TV cabinet with four doors. I would like the top two doors removed and the cabinet cut down and the top of the cabinet lowered to accommodate a larger TV. Any suggestions?" (Nextdoor)

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— Diane Witek

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