Year In Review: 5 Biggest Smithtown Business Stories In 2024

SMITHTOWN, NY — Businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. Stories of merchants opening shop or a beloved store closing its doors capture the attention of readers. Here are the five business stories that Smithtown Patch readers were most drawn to in 2024.

Maureen's Kitchen Of Smithtown Wins Best Breakfast On Long Island

Maureen's Kitchen of Smithtown won Best Breakfast on Long Island in the 2024 Bethpage Best of LI Awards. Read more.

Wegmans 1st Long Island Location Announces Opening Date

Wegmans is set to open in Lake Grove — its first location on Long Island — in February, the store announced. Read more.

Vegan Store Devoshion Opens In Smith Haven Mall In Lake Grove

Devoshion, a vegan store, celebrates its grand opening at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove at 11 a.m. Thursday. Read more.

Smith Haven Mall Wins Best Mall On Long Island: 'We're Thrilled'

Smith Haven Mall won Best Mall on Long Island for the first time in the Bethpage Best of Long Island Awards. Read more.

Del Fuego Of St. James Wins Best Tex-Mex Restaurant On Long Island

Del Fuego in St. James was voted the best Tex-Mex Restaurant on Long Island in the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island Awards. Read more.