Smithtown Fire Department

08/09/2025

Join us in welcoming home our New York State Champs!
Line Main Street in Smithtown starting at 10:45 AM to cheer on the St James/Smithtown Little League 12U Baseball Team as they make their way to Town Hall aboard a Smithtown Fire Department es**rt.
A special awards ceremony will follow, featuring guest speakers and presentations from Supervisor Ed Wehrheim, Senator Mario Mattera, Deputy Commissioner Belinda Groneman, and Smithtown FD Chief Dan Dongvort. Let’s give these champions the hometown celebration they deserve!

08/09/2025

Tough loss today, but what an amazing run this team had! ⚾️ You played with heart, teamwork, and determination every step of the way, and we couldn’t be prouder of what you accomplished this season.

You represented our town with class, gave it your all, and created memories that will last a lifetime. Hold your heads high — you’ve made your coaches, families, and community proud! Great job boys!!

History will never forget their names. We will never forget your support.

Smithtown has arrived. Forever and always, God bless the last ride ❤️

08/08/2025

🚨 Road Closure Alert – Tomorrow 🚨

There will be brief road closures in the neighborhood just north of Route 347 and east of Route 111 for the “4 for James” Memorial Charity Run. Please see the attached flyer for the route map.

Join us this Saturday, August 9th, for the annual 4 for James Memorial Charity Run, honoring the life and legacy of James Shellock — a proud Smithtown firefighter and paramedic who tragically passed away in August 2020 at just 22 years old.

This 4-mile Run/Walk/Bike begins and ends at Smithtown FD Station 2 on Plaisted Avenue, where James proudly served. The event is open to everyone — runners, walkers, bikers, friends, family, and community members. For those not yet registered, you can sign up on-site tomorrow starting at 10:00 AM.

🕙 Check-In: 10:00–11:00 AM
🏃‍♂️ Start Time: 11:00 AM
💵 Cost: $30 (includes run, t-shirt, BBQ, snacks & drinks)
📲 Register: Scan the QR code on the flyer

Proceeds benefit James’ Helping Hands, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in James’ memory by his mother, Joanne Shellock. The organization awards scholarships to students at Smithtown West, Smithtown East, and Hauppauge High Schools, and also supports first responders and their agencies through charitable donations and acts of service—continuing James’ legacy of helping the heroes who serve our communities.

📍 Parking: Across from Sub-Station 2 at Mt. Pleasant Elementary
📍 Address: 33 Plaisted Avenue, Smithtown

08/08/2025

🚒 Parade Pride in East Northport! 🎺

Yesterday, the Smithtown Fire Department turned out in full force for the East Northport Fire Department Fireman’s Fair Parade — and we made it count! Our lineup included:
5️⃣ Engines • Heavy Rescue Truck • Water Rescue Truck • Zodiac Boat • Ambulance • Bus • Multiple Chief & Utility Vehicles — plus every member marching proudly in Class A uniform.

Our strong showing caught the judges’ attention, earning us:
🏆 Best Appearing Department (50+ members)
🏆 Best Appearing Overall Department
🥈 2nd Place Best Appearing Ladies Auxiliary

Before the parade, we enjoyed an awesome BBQ with our friends at Hauppauge Fire Department and St. James Fire Department, along with the pipe bands leading each of our departments.

The fair afterward was a blast, and we encourage everyone to check it out this weekend — it runs until Sunday, 8/10!

📸 Photos courtesy of
🙏 Huge thanks to Centereach Fire Department and Miller Place Fire Department for covering our district while we marched!

08/08/2025

🩸💚 3 Ways to Save a Life — All in One Day! 💚🩸

Join us on this Friday, August 8th for a powerful day of giving back! We’re hosting a Blood Drive, Bone Marrow Swab, and Organ Donor Sign-Up, because everything counts.

📌 Here’s how you can make a difference:
✅ Donate blood to help patients in critical need
✅ Swab your cheek to join the bone marrow registry
✅ Sign up to be an organ donor and give the ultimate gift of life

🗓 Friday, August 8th
📍 Nesconset FD
25 Gibbs Pond Rd, Nesconset

📍Elmont FD
95 Lehrer Avenue, Elmont

📍Islip FD
28 Monel Ave, Islip

🕘 1pm - 7pm

♥️Your actions could change and save someone’s life.

08/04/2025

Join us this Saturday, August 9th, for the annual 4 for James Memorial Charity Run, honoring the life and legacy of James Shellock, a Smithtown firefighter and paramedic who tragically passed away in a motor vehicle accident in August 2020 at just 22 years old.

This 4-mile Run/Walk/Bike begins and ends at Smithtown Fire Department Station 2 on Plaisted Avenue — the station where James proudly served.

🕙 Check-In: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🏃‍♂️ Start Time: 11:00 AM
💵 Cost: $30 (includes run, t-shirt, BBQ, snacks & drinks)
📲 To register: Scan the QR code on the flyer.

This event is open to all, and there’s still time to register! Let’s come together and make this year’s turnout the biggest yet, marking five years since James’ passing.

Proceeds benefit James’ Helping Hands, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in his memory by his mother, Joanne Shellock. The organization awards annual scholarships to students at Smithtown West, Smithtown East, and Hauppauge High Schools. Beyond its scholarship program, the foundation supports first responders and their agencies through charitable donations and acts of service—continuing James’ legacy by giving back to the heroes who serve our communities.

🔥 After the run, stick around for a BBQ at Station 2 — food, friends, and a meaningful cause.

Let’s show up strong for James, for his family, and for the legacy he left behind through his service with the Hauppauge Fire Department and the Smithtown Fire Department.

📍 Parking available across from Sub-Station 2 at Mt. Pleasant Elementary
📍 Address: 33 Plaisted Avenue, Smithtown
💵 Venmo donations can be sent to @ Joanne-shellock

08/04/2025

🩸 Blood Drive Today! 🩸
Join us at Smithtown Fire Department Headquarters today from 1:30 PM to 7:30 PM for our community blood drive.

Your donation can help save a life — maybe even three. Walk-ins welcome.

Be a hero. Donate blood. ❤️

08/02/2025

🚒 Catch Us in the Parade! 🎺🎉

The Smithtown Fire Department will be marching in the East Northport Fire Department’s Fair Parade this Wednesday, August 6th at 7 PM (rain date Thursday). Come cheer us on as we support our brothers and sisters in East Northport! 🇺🇸

🎡 The fair runs Wednesday, August 6th through Saturday, August 9th
🎶 Live music every night
🍔 Food, 🎯 games, 🎠 rides & fun for all ages!

📍Larkfield Road, East Northport

Let’s show some love to our fellow volunteers — and enjoy a great night out with the community!