🌱 Smithtown Library Board Of Trustee Meeting + First Hike Of The Year

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Smithtown Daily. Let's get this day started off right, with a quick review of the most important things happening around town. In today's issue, you'll find news about these stories and more...

• Smithtown Library Board of Trustees meeting.
• Long Islanders mourn Thomas Valva on the Holidays.
• Events and more!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 43, low: 30.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on New Year's Day, the First Day Hike is set for Sunday, Jan. 1, at 10:30 a.m. at Sunken Meadow State Park in Kings Park. This event is rain or shine. A registered guide will lead participants through what the park has to offer! Registration here. (NY Parks)
   
2. A special meeting for the Smithtown Library Board of Trustees is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 6:30 p.m. This event is open to the public and will be held at One North Country Road, in Smithtown. (Smithtown Matters)
3. Police sought two men who allegedly shoplifted at Dick's Sport Goods in Lake Groove. According to reports, the duo stole approximately $730 in merchandise and then fled the scene in a Sedan. A cash reward is being offered to anyone with information that leads to an arrest. (TBR News Media)
4. Many Long Islanders who were touched by Thomas Valva's story visited his grave during the holidays. Thomas was eight years old when he passed away. His father, ex-NYPD Officer Michael Valva was convicted of his death. (Patch)
5. Nearby News: Police released pictures of the suspect who stole an iPhone from the porch of a house at Chelsea Drive in Mount Sinai. Click on the link to check a photo of the suspect. If you recognize him, contact the authorities at 1-800-220-TIPS. (Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Snowman Woodsock (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (3 p.m.)
• Teen Sketch and Stretch (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (3 p.m.)
• Snow Cones (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Incoming Long Island Congressman George Santos admitted to fabricating key elements of his resume and biography in several Monday interviews." (Patch)
  
• Looking forward to party in the Smithtown area on New Year's Eve but don't know where to go? There are several businesses in the neighborhood celebrating the new year. Visit the Smithtown Patch and look at what's happening in the area on Dec. 31! (Smithtown Patch)

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