🌱 Smithtown Nurses Voted On Strike + Parish Family Fest Is This Week

Hi all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Smithtown Patch newsletter — here to tell you all the most important things happening in town these days. Today's briefing includes updates on:

• Updates on the Smithtown nurse's strike.
• St. Joseph Family Festival kicks off on Thursday.
• Do you recognize them? Community events and more!

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny and humid. High: 82, Low: 71.

Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. Nurses at St. Catherine of Siena Hospital in Smithtown are on strike. The health workers voted with 98 percent of approval of a stop on their work schedule to fight for safe staffing and better wages. The staff had its contract expired on July 31. The Smithtown Patch has the whole story here. (Smithtown Patch)
2. The St. Joseph Family Festival kicks off on Thursday, Aug. 17! Festivities will go through Aug. 20 at 59 Church St. in Kings Park, featuring food, rides, games, and more! (Church of St. Joseph)
3. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers need help identifying a duo who allegedly stole merchandise from the Target store in Commack. Police say the couple left the store with $530 worth of sports trading cards and other unpaid products. They fled in a dark SUV. Visit the link I've shared to see pictures of the suspects, and if you recognize them, please get in touch with authorities anonymously at 1-800-220-TIPS or online at www.P3Tips.com. (TBR News Media)
4. It's never too late to take care of your health! The Catholic Health Community Outreach Bus
   will be parked at the Smithtown Public Library- Nesconset Building offering health screenings, blood tests, and more on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All services a free. No appointment is necessary. (Smithtown Gov.)

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Today in Smithtown:

Thursday, August 17

• All Abilities DIY Puzzles at SmithLib — Kings Park. (10 a.m.)
  
• Interviewing Skills Workshop at SCDOL in Smithtown. (1 p.m.)
• Competition Subaru Motorsports Car Show in Smithtown. (4 p.m.)
• Thursday Night Cruise in Kings Park (NY). (5 p.m.)
• Family Movie on the Lawn at SmithLib — Smithtown. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Patch: "Depositions for Gabby Petito's parents' lawsuit filed against the parents of Brian Laundrie and their longtime family attorney begin this week, WFLA.com reported." (Patch)
• It's time to sign up for a free seminar hosted by the Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association that will be held at the Smithtown Library. "Understanding Dementia-Related Behaviors" is set for Tuesday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information, visit here. (Smithtown Matters)
• Check the Books & Things SUMMER SALE details at the St. James Episcopal Church on Aug. 19! Mark down on your calendar to enjoy great bargains findings in the neighborhood. (Smithtown Patch)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "National relaxation day encourages us to slow down and unwind. So, grab a book and a comfy seat to celebrate!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)

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• Juicy Scoop LIVE w. Heather McDonald. (August 18)
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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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