🌱 Smithtown Daily: Arrest In QuickChek Robbery + Paint For Ukraine

Morning, neighbors! Diane Witek here with a brand-new copy of the Smithtown Daily.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon shower. High: 62, low: 43.

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Here are the top stories in Smithtown today:

1. Two brothers were arrested in the robbery of a QuickChek in Lake Grove, according to authorities. Police said Matthew and William Tait stole cash, cigarettes and merchandise from the QuickChek at 2686 Middle Country Road. Matthew Tait allegedly displayed a gun while William Tait forced the clerk to open the register, according to Suffolk police. (Daily Voice)
2. Stony Brook University has been in the news lately for its high achievements; now we honor their professors. The State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees for 2021-2022 appointed 10 Stony Brook University faculty members to the rank of Distinguished Professor — a prestigious honor bestowed upon professionals of the highest caliber. (Stony Brook News)
3. A West Babylon woman was arrested in a hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian in March in Stony Brook. Police said Brenda Alvarenga fatally struck Gina Paduano with her vehicle March 7 on Route 347. Alvarenga was arraigned Friday in Central Islip. (News 12 Bronx)
4. Want to spend a fun, yet purposeful afternoon on Spring Break? The Northport Historical Society, located at 215 Main St., Northport is holding a painting session with 50 percent of the proceeds going to help those in need in Ukraine. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 20 from noon to 2 p.m. and $40 covers two canvases and all materials. This event is open to ages 8+ with a parent or guardian. To register, call 631-757-9859 or visit www.northporthistorical.org. (TBR News Media)
5. Dimitri Robert, 27, was found guilty of shooting his 17-year-old brother to death outside of a relative's home in Coram on Oct. 1, 2019, the office of Suffolk District Attorney Ray Tierney said Thursday. The shooting was a result of a domestic dispute between Robert and his mother and not being able to see his own five kids. Robert is facing 25 years to life in prison when he appears before Justice Richard Ambro for sentencing on May 24. (Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Engine Company #3, 5 mile race and 3.5 mile striding event. (9 a.m.)
• Creation Station (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Nursery Rhyme Time (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Creation Station (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10 a.m.)
• Artist Workshop (Smithtown Library - Nesconset Building). (11 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Nextdoor Neighbor, Oakside / Landing: "I’m looking for recommendations for a local in-home daycare and/or nanny/babysitter towards the end of August for my son, who will be 6 months by then. This would be for two days per week from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Any help would be appreciated!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Oakside / Landing: "Passover, Easter and Ramadan all overlap this year. In light of the horrors we are seeing in Ukraine and the resulting refugee crisis, take time amidst the joy to open your harts to all of those who need a safe place to call home." (Nextdoor)

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