Signed by The Governor Are New Laws

The Legislature passed 879 bills which Governor Hocul signed into law. They passed 141 bills which Governor Hocul vetoed.

$8M State Grant Advances Stump Pond Dam Rebuild In Blydenburgh Park

The funding will help replace the dam that failed during a 2024 storm.

$6.1M In Federal Funds To Support Smithtown Roads, Clean Water Access

Funding includes $5 million for road restoration, $1.1 million to extend public water service to 26 homes with PFAS-impacted private wells.

Smithtown Recognizes Rising Attorney As April Employee Of The Month

Rachel Lenberger, 28, was recognized for her work ethic, professionalism, and first independent case victory, town officials say.

Smithtown To Consider New Property Tax Breaks For Seniors, Veterans, Military Families

Hearing will cover potential local adoption of new New York State exemptions for seniors, fully disabled veterans, and more.

Over $1M Capital Project Approved To Improve Miller’s Pond Weir In Smithtown

County officials say lake levels may be adjusted during construction.

Wehrheim Wins Re-Election As Smithtown Supervisor

Unofficial results are in for Smithtown’s 2025 elections, showing Republicans sweeping town and county offices.

Smithtown Voter Guide: Election 2025

Here’s what Smithtown voters need to know before they head to the polls on Nov. 4.

Discolored Water Seen In Nissequogue River After Underground Spring Struck In Smithtown

A contractor mistakenly struck the underground spring while performing a required boring test at Paul T. Given Park.

Town Of Smithtown Primary Election Results: Supervisor, Town Council

Supervisor Edward Wehrheim faced a primary challenge from Suffolk Legislator Robert Trotta.

Town Of Smithtown Supervisor Primary: Preview

Supervisor Edward Wehrheim is facing a Republican primary challenge from Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta.

Town Of Smithtown Council Primary: Preview

See who is on the ballot for the Republican primary in the Town of Smithtown.

Smithtown Board Approves Opioid And Addiction Task Force Creation

The initiative will focus on prevention, education, resource accessibility, and reducing the stigma surrounding addiction.

Smithtown Awarded $200K Emergency Operations Grant

The grant will allow Smithtown to upgrade its Emergency Operations Center facilities, improving coordination and response efforts in crises.

Mario Mattera: 'Truly An Honor' To Be Re-Elected To NYS SD2

Mattera, the winner according to unofficial results, wrote a letter to the editor where he called for unity. "We must come together."

Smithtown Awarded $21.3M For Sewer District Expansion By NYS

The funding will be directed to Suffolk County for the Smithtown Business District Sewer Extension Project.

Results: Mario Mattera Vs. Craig Herskowitz For Senate District 2

Incumbent Mario Mattera looked to hold onto his state senate seat against challenger Craig Herskowitz.

Michael Fitzpatrick Wins 8th AD Election: BOE

Assemb. Michael Fitzpatrick appears to have the lead over Steven Basileo​, unofficial results from the state's BOE show.

Smithtown Voter Guide: Election 2024

Here's what you need to know about voting in Smithtown for the election on Nov. 5.

Candidate Profile: Mario Mattera For NYS Senate District 2

Mario Mattera is the Republican incumbent for NY's 2nd Senate District. Check out a Q&A here.

Mario Mattera Vs. Craig Herskowitz: NYS Senate District 2 Preview

Incumbent Republican Mario Mattera is looking to defend his seat against Democratic challenger Craig Herskowitz.

Meet The Candidates: Steven Basileo In The 8th Assembly District

With Election Day around the corner, Patch is reaching out to the candidates to find out why they are running this November.

Candidate Profile: Craig Herskowitz For NY Senate District 2

Craig Herskowitz is the Democratic challenger for NY's 2nd Senate District. Check out a Q&A here.

Smithtown Earns AAA Bond Rating For 2024

The township says maintaining its "coveted" rating was bolstered by "downtown revitalization, a robust economy and fiscal prudence."

Smithtown Town Clerk Results: Thomas McCarthy Defeats William Holst

Republican Thomas McCarthy and Democrat William Holst ran for the vacant Smithtown Town Clerk seat.

Smithtown Tax Receiver Results: Deanna Varricchio Beats Amy Fortunato

Republican incumbent Deanna Varricchio faced Democratic challenger Amy Fortunato in the race for Smithtown Receiver of Taxes.

Smithtown Town Council Results: Republicans Cruise To Victory

Republican incumbents Tom Lohmann and Lisa Inzerillo defeated Democratic challengers Maria Scheuring and Sarah Tully.

Suffolk County District 13 Results: Robert Trotta Runs Unopposed

Republican incumbent Robert Trotta ran unopposed in the race for Suffolk Legislative District 13.

Suffolk District 12 Results: Leslie Kennedy Defeats Denis Graziano

Republican incumbent Leslie Kennedy beat Democratic challenger Denis Graziano in the race for Suffolk Legislative District 12.

Smithtown Voter Guide: Election 2023

Here is what Smithtown voters need to know before they head to the polls on Nov. 7.

Candidate Profile: Maria Scheuring For Smithtown Town Council

The challenger shares why she should be elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Candidate Profile: Amy Fortunato For Smithtown Receiver Of Taxes

The challenger shares why she should be elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Candidate Profile: Thomas Lohmann For Smithtown Town Council

The incumbent shares why he should be re-elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Candidate Profile: Thomas McCarthy For Smithtown Town Clerk

The challenger shares why he should be elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Candidate Profile: Leslie Kennedy For Suffolk Legislative District 12

The incumbent shares why she should be re-elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Candidate Profile: William Holst For Smithtown Town Clerk

The candidate shares why he should be elected. Check out the full Q&A with Patch inside the article.

Smithtown Gets $13M For New Sewers

The grants, from Suffolk, will help eliminate outdated cesspools and septic systems polluting local waterways and revitalize the town.

U.S. Supreme Court Won't Hear Nurses' Case Against Former Suffolk DA

Ten nurses and their attorney were prosecuted by former District Attorney Thomas Spota after the nurses resigned on the same day in 2006.

Town Of Smithtown Senior Citizens Can Call For Home Repairs

Smithtown seniors in need of minor household repairs can contact the Town of Smithtown Senior Citizens Department.

$500K Available In Suffolk Downtown Revitalization Grants

The funds will cover capital projects in, or next to, downtown areas on municipally-owned property.