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🌱 Patch AM: Free Rabies Vaccines For Dogs, Cats Offered In Smithtown This Weekend

Happening soon: Caroline Episcopal Church's Annual Country Fair on the Smithtown Patch calendar

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Hey there, Smithtown! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Free rabies shots for Smithtown pets offered this Sunday
  • See the best moments from Smithtown West's home game vs. Hauppauge
  • How upcoming Route 25 lane closures could disrupt your Smithtown commute

Also on today's calendar: Caroline Episcopal Church's Annual Country Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, temps: high: 78, low: 69.
  • Sunday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Free Rabies Vaccines For Dogs, Cats Offered In Smithtown This Weekend (patch.com) — Smithtown pet owners have a chance to get free rabies vaccinations for their dogs, cats, and ferrets this Sunday at the Suffolk County SPCA office in the William J. Lindsay Complex. With 20 rabies cases reported in Suffolk County this year, officials are stressing the importance of vaccinating pets, following handling rules at the clinic, and reporting any wild animals acting strangely.
   

2. Football photos: Hauppauge at Smithtown West (newsday.com) — Smithtown West hosted Hauppauge in a Suffolk League III football matchup on Wednesday, with local players and cheerleaders featured throughout a full photo gallery from the home field. From touchdown catches to long Hauppauge runs, the images capture key moments and familiar faces that Smithtown fans and families will recognize from the stands and sidelines.
   

3. TRAVEL ADVISORY: Overnight Lane Closures on State Route 25 in Town of Smithtown and Village of the Branch, Suffolk County (longisland.com) — Overnight lane closures are coming to Jericho Turnpike/Main Street in Smithtown, with up to two lanes shut in each direction between Kings Park Road and Route 111 on weeknights from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Sept. 14. The two‑month pavement renewal project will always keep at least one lane open each way, but drivers should expect delays and watch roadside signs for changing details.
   

4. No increase in general fund taxes in 2027, Romaine says in State of the County address (tbrnewsmedia.com) — Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine says his proposed 2027 budget will hold general fund property taxes flat while continuing sewer expansion that already includes work in Smithtown. He highlights strong county reserves, new building projects, and bipartisan support for keeping taxes level, along with future sewer possibilities for nearby St. James.
   

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Ok Smithtown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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