Week in Review: Gas Prices Jump at Local Station

The Mobil station located at 819 West Jericho Turnpike in Smithtown opted to charge a $2 difference in cash versus credit card prices per gallon, and in 24 hours the price has jumped 40 cents.

A Smithtown Mobil station that sparked regional to use their credit cards rather than cash has pushed the gap even higher.

Amid residents outcry over gas stations charging a , two of Long Island's state senators are bringing forth legislation to take aim at the problem. 

Smithtown's  adopted the proposed budget for the 2012-13 school year Tuesday night, which calls for a $215.3 million in spending and a 2.23 percent tax levy increase over the previous year's budget.

If you're looking to pick up a quick drink, morning coffee or some cold cuts, you can't do it at S&S Deli on West Main Street as this location is one of the Smithtown's many vacant storefronts.

If you're cruising down Smithtown Boulevard in Nesconset on Monday afternoons you're bound to pass an interesting gathering – a group of men in lawn chairs surrounded by classic cars.