🌱 Smithtown Police Blotter + Kings Park St. Patrick's Day Parade

Hey, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Smithtown Patch newsletter. Let's get this Thursday started off right, with a quick dive into the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Michael Lacey leads the Kings Park St. Patrick's Parade.
• Miniature golf at the Smithtown Library.
• Smithtown police blotter and more!

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A little morning rain; cloudy. High: 45, Low: 38.

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Here are the top five stories today in Smithtown:

1. Michael Lacey leads the Kings Park St. Patrick's Parade on Friday, March 17. Community is invited to meet on the corners of Lou Avenue and Pulaski to see the paraders march down Main Street at noon. Visit here for more details and other Long Island St. Patrick's Day events. (Kings Park Parade)
2. Have you heard of the indoor miniature golf volunteers improvised at the Smithtown Library? Register here to bring the kiddos to enjoy a round on Friday, Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. (Smithtown Chronicle)
3. Raynham Hall Museum representatives will be at the Smithtown Public Library today to host the lecture session "Standing Where They Stood-Slavery and Freedom." If you want to learn about African-American slavery on Long Island and the journey toward freedom, you can register here. (Smithtown Public Library)
4. A car was stolen on Hawkins Avenue on Feb. 17. Someone stole a pocketbook on West Jericho Turnpike. The Smithtown Police Blotter has police activity in the neighborhood from Feb. 12 -Feb. 18. Unfortunately, six incidents were reported in the area. (Smithtown Patch)
5. There is always room for improvement at MacArthur Airport and a facelift plan is underway. The Town of Islip unveils a $24 million project to enhance terminals plus the new Ground Transportation Center. (News 12 Hudson Valley)

Today in Smithtown:

• Chronic Disease Self-Management (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10 a.m.)
• All Abilities Game Day (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10 a.m.)
• DIY Laser Engraved Necklaces (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Fairy Tale Lanterns (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (11 a.m.)
• Thursday Movie of the Week (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (1:30 p.m.)
• Getting Started With Google Photos (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (2 p.m.)
• Out of this World (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2:30 p.m.)
• Game Squad (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (3 p.m.)
• LEGO® Masters (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (3:30 p.m.)
• Night Owl Cafe Book Discussion Group (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• It's Skin Cancer Prevention Season at Stony Brook Hospital, and the community is welcome to understand the causes and how to prevent the disease. This kind of cancer is widespread yet can be prevented with proper care. If you want to learn more about Cancer Prevention in Action, visit takeactionagainstcancer.com. (Patch)
• Did you know today is International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day? How about celebrating by spoiling your pup with their favorite treat? (Time And Date)
• Six teens were arrested for property damage on Monday, Feb. 20. The group allegedly participated in a TikTok challenge. A homeowner heard noises in the middle of the night and checked his security cameras which showed the teens kicking his fence down. (TBR News Media)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Congratulations Peter on completing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Debora Whitehead

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