The Village of Lindenhurst proudly recognized Ed Kozlowski upon his retirement after an extraordinary 45 years of dedicated service to the community.

Mr. Kozlowski spent his career serving as a Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) with the Department of Public Works. Throughout his four and a half decades of service, he earned the respect and appreciation of his colleagues through his ability, diligence, and commitment to the Village and its residents.

In recognition of his remarkable career, Mayor Michael Lavorata, with the unanimous support of the Village Board of Trustees, proclaimed Wednesday, July 29, 2026, as “Ed Kozlowski Day” in the Village of Lindenhurst. The proclamation honors Kozlowski for his 45 years of faithful service and his lasting contributions to the community.

“Ed has made a lasting difference, not only in the work of our Department of Public Works, but also in the lives of the people he worked alongside. We are deeply grateful for everything he has done for Lindenhurst and wish him nothing but health, happiness and many wonderful years ahead in retirement,” said Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle.

Pictured here (left to right) are: Superintendent of Public Works Rick Sorrentino, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Karen Kozlowski, Ed Kozlowski, and Trustee Patrick Pichichero.

The Rainbow Senior Center Quilting Angels, led by MaryEllen Ransom, have generously donated 12 handmade quilts to the Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund in honor of the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

The quilts will be given to families during Cantor Fitzgerald’s September 11 Memorial Service, continuing a meaningful tradition of providing families with something warm and tangible to hold as they remember their loved ones.

The Village of Lindenhurst thanks MaryEllen Ransom and the Quilting Angels for their time, talent, and generosity. Their thoughtful gift is a beautiful way to honor those lost and bring comfort to their families.

Family History Day’s family friendly activities will include museum tours, a Civil War encampment, the Village’s Colonial Crawl History Tour, and nostalgic crafts and games from the past for children of all ages

Lindenhurst, NY –The Lindenhurst Historical Society invites one and all to continue celebrating our Nation’s 250th Anniversary with a Family Fun History Day Saturday July 25^th from 1PM to 5PM at Irmisch Historical Park.  Whether you love local history or enjoy nostalgia, there are crafts, games and activities for the young and young at heart.

Irmisch Historic Park located at the intersection of South Broadway and South Third Street is home to three of the Village’s museums, each managed by the Lindenhurst Historical Society. Family Fun History Day attendees will be invited to tour each museum; the 1901 Restored Long Island Railroad Depot and Freight House Museum where visitors can experience life in Lindenhurst at the turn of the 20th century; reminding all that the Lindenhurst we know today, first known as Breslau, owes its beginning to the arrival of the railroad.  The site also features a c.1958 “Hack” railroad cabin car that visitors can climb aboard. The Old Village Hall Museum invites visitors to tour exhibits that help tell the Lindenhurst story from the mid 1600’s through the late 20^th century.

Civil War buffs can tour a Union soldier encampment on the grounds of Irmisch Historic Park. To help visitors envision what life was like for Civil War soldiers, veterans, and civilians, the 119th New York Willis Company H. Civil War living historians will be on hand to provide context and authenticity to help educate and inform visitors about the Civil War.

The park will also feature a reprise of Lindenhurst Village’s Colonial Crawl History Tour fresh from its debut at the Village’s Liberty Day Celebration. Attendees can make stops at 13 stations each representing a different period in American history as told on large panels that interpret national events during each era and how they connected to life here in Lindenhurst.

Young visitors can learn what their 18^th and 19^th century counterparts turned to for fun and entertainment— no iPhones, Wi-Fi connected consoles or streaming platforms….youngsters of all ages are invited to come outside and engage in yesteryear’s pastimes……crafters can learn embroidery, players can master a game of marbles or DIYs can learn to build and sail their own balsa wood sailboat…..and for some friendly competition, join in the sacks races and bring a friend for the three legged races.

So, plan on joining the Society for a Lindenhurst day of history, fun and games—right here in our community’s own historical backyard at Irmisch Historic Park —bring a chair if you wish or a blanket for a picnic of your own. For more information, please call the Lindenhurst Historical Society at 631-506-8431 or email lindenhursthistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

Fundraising to support the restoration is now underway with Bricks and Minifigs — Donors will receive a Lego kit to build their own Gatling Gun replica

The Inc. Village of Lindenhurst and the Lindenhurst Historical Society are pleased to announce their on-going effort to preserve and protect all things Lindenhurst with the restoration of a well-recognized and iconic community historic object –our WWI Gatling Gun- gifted in 1921 to Lindenhurst by the War Department. 

In 1922, the monument containing the Gatling Gun was completed, standing at the intersection of South Wellwood Avenue and Montauk Highway – marking the southern “gateway” into Lindenhurst and its downtown since.   The Gatling Gun was part of a larger volunteer community project conceived in 1919 and dedicated to recognizing Lindenhurst WWI servicemen.  The Gatling Gun’s complementary Monument Plaza featuring a 7’ granite obelisk topped with an eagle and bearing a bronze plaque inscribed with the Honor Roll – the names of 101 servicemen and 4 merchant marines is located at Monument Plaza in the center of Lindenhurst’s downtown- South Wellwood and Hoffman Avenues. 

A restoration plan has been developed and will include much-needed rust remediation, metal reconditioning and repainting that will accurately depict the Gatling Gun’s original paint color.  Discussion continues with a Pennsylvania wheelwright to provide period-appropriate wooden wheels that will replicate the carriage’s original wheels.

A fundraising campaign to support the restoration has partnered the committee with Bricks and Minifigs – West Babylon.  Bricks and Minifigs’ creative Brick Specialists have designed a Lego model of the Gatling Gun that was on display during the Village’s Liberty Day festivities.  Donors who contribute $100.00 to the restoration effort will receive their own kit to build a smaller Lego replica of the Gatling Gun.  For more information on how to donate or participate please email info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov or Lindenhursthistoricalsociety@gmail.com.