🌱 Two Arrested For Crashing A Stolen Car In Kings Park + Tax Guide

Hello, Smithtown. I'm in your inbox to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Hope you all have a great day. In today's briefing, we have these stories and more:

• Police arrested a trio who crashed a stolen car in Kings Park.
• Smithtown Public Library has a tax information guide.
• Sunken Meadow State Park celebrates Black History Month and more!

But first, today's weather:

Sunny, windy, and colder. High: 31, low: 4.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. Police arrested the two men concerning a stolen car crash in Kings Park. The trio fled the scene right after. The arrests were made on Riviera Drive and Rumford Roads. The vehicle is a 2017 Lexus SUV reported stolen several weeks before the incident. Smithtown Patch has the story. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown Public Library has a tax information guide for those who need extra help. Check the New York State Federal (IRS) For tax forms and instructions. For those who need to contact the IRS Office, call 1-800-829-3676. (Smithtown Public Library)
3. Sunken Meadow State Park celebrates Black History Month with self-guided hiking. Participants will learn about personalities who made significant scientific contributions. The event is set for Sunday, Feb. 5, at 1:30 p.m. Registrations can be made at EventBrite.com. (Parks.Gov.)
4. Students of Dogwood Elementary School in Smithtown participated in the "I Have A Dream Project" in celebration of Martin Luther King Day. Kindergartners shared their dreams and put them together on a board. Visit the link to learn about their answers and future inspirations for our youth. (Smithtown School District)
5. Suffolk police seek a man for shoplifting at Victoria’s Secret store in Lake Grove. The Suspect is seen leaving Smith Haven Mall with $1,800 worth of unpaid merchandise in early January. Anyone with information that would help police to identify him is asked to give tips at www.P3Tips.com. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Falun Dafa Exercise (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Baby Playground (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Construction Site (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Friday Movie Matinee (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2 p.m.)
• Friday Movie of the Week (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (2:15 p.m.)
• Film and Discussion (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• A Viking auction will be hosted at the St. James Lutheran Church Parish Hall. Mark Friday, April 21, on your calendar, to enjoy raffles, food, music, and more! The Sons of Norway-Loyal Lodge hosts the event. For more information, contact Barbara Johnsen at 229-395-6390. (Smithtown Matters)
• Get warmer with an easy homemade soup recipe! As Long Island welcomes a cold wave this weekend, how about spending some time preparing a vegan and gluten-free soup that will help us to go through a one-digit temperature expected this Saturday? Check the ingredients and steps here. (TBR News Media)
• For the love birds looking for Valentine's Day events on Long Island, Newsday lists outings in Nassau and Suffolk County for all who want to enjoy different activities this holiday. (Newsday/Subscription Required)

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Events:

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• Craft Fair. (February 4)
• Long Island Private School Fair. (February 4)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Debora Whitehead

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