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Hello, people of Smithtown! It's me, Diane Witek, your host of the Smithtown Daily.

First, today's weather:

Sunny and milder. High: 66, low: 45.

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Here are the top stories today in Smithtown:

1. The Smithtown Planning Board approved a recommendation for a zoning change for a 98-unit rental apartment complex in Commack. The developer proposes a three-story, 40-foot building with one and two-bedroom apartments for renters 55 and older. (Subscription: Newsday)
2. Citing the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and financial strain inflation is putting on students and their families, the Suffolk County Community College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to freeze tuition at Suffolk Community College for the third consecutive year. (News 12 Bronx)
3. Police said, on March 19, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a man stole $220 from the Islandia Dunkin' Donuts located at 1966 Veterans Memorial Highway. The police released a photo of the man they suspect committed the crime. (News 12 Bronx)
4. Masking is once again mandated at Long Island MacArthur Airport and on the Suffolk County bus system. Many are breathing easier, and felt it was too soon to give up the mask when COVID-19 cases are on the rise. (Subscription: Newsday)
5. Celebrate Earth Week at the Long Island Explorium, in Port Jefferson. On Saturday, April 23, 9 –11 a.m., there will be a free special presentation on Long Island's waters; we do live on an island, you know. Experience hands-on exhibits and learn about the new clean water technologies Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and Center for Clean Water Technology are employing. Register today. (NBC New York)

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Today in Smithtown:

• Take and Make — Decoupage Jar (Smithtown Library). (9:30 a.m.)
• Escape the Makerspace Jr. (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Chair Yoga (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11:30 a.m.)
• Friday Movie Matinee (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2 p.m.)
• Zoo-tastic (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (3 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "The Department of Public Safety is looking for seasonal security guards for the parks and beaches. You can apply here: " (Facebook) (Website)
• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "The Department of Public Safety is still looking for two part-time dispatchers to work overnights and weekends. Apply here:" (Facebook) (Website)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "Whether you are a theatre person, brainiac or jock - you are sure to LOVE our production of 'High School Musical Jr.' Playing now-May 15 🎟️: smithtownpac.org, #spac, #longisland, #longislandtheatre." (Facebook) (Website)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "We had a rocking good time at our Rock and Rhyme program!" (Facebook)
• Smithtown Historical Society: "Beautiful day to stop by! These bike riders stopped to visit PonyBoy, Callie & our sheep gals." (Facebook) (Website)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "Love will save the day, if you can dream! What are some of your dreams? Share them with us at A Royal Princess party! Only two performances remain until our princesses return to their kingdoms. 🎟️: smithtownpac.org, #spac." (Facebook) (Website)

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— Diane Witek

About me: Impassioned Writer, Website Designer, Social Media Marketer and newly proclaimed Baker. Lover of nature and animals of all kinds.