Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata recently recognized Sumner Sawyer, from Boy Scouts of America Troop 60, on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.  Sumner completed the required 21 merit badges, and a major service project in order to earn this honor.

 

Mayor Lavorata said, “The honor and distinction of the Eagle Scout rank can only be achieved through hard work and commitment to the ideals of Scouting.  Congratulations to Sumner on this achievement!”  Trustee Joan M. Masterson said, “On behalf of the entire Village Board, we congratulate you on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and we wish you continued success in all of your endeavors.”

 

Pictured here with Sumner at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor (left to right):  Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer.

LIRR President Phil Eng held a press conference in the Lindenhurst Downtown to announce the MTA Long Island Rail Road’s new “Long Island Brewery Tour” package.  This escorted tour package includes discounted round-trip rail and bus transportation, beer tastings at Sand City South in Lindenhurst and Great South Bay Brewery in Bay Shore, and a stop at Patchogue for shopping and dining.  Tour dates are Saturday, July 31 and Saturday, August 21, and adult-only tickets are $63.50.  Visit https://new.mta.info/daytrips for more information.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “What a wonderful partnership between the LIRR and the local business communities.  This is an especially timely event which will help to showcase some of our new and local establishments.  The suggestion to use the LIRR to travel between localities without the need to drive naturally reduces the potential of DWI!  It is a safe and enjoyable way to visit your favorite local breweries, restaurants, and pubs.”

Pictured here (left to right):  Deputy Clerk Joseph Barone, BID President Jason Kontakis, Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Mayor Michael Lavorata, LIRR President Phil Eng, Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey’s Legislative Aide Peggy Allar, Sand City South Co-Owner Bill Kiernan, Great South Bay Brewery Marketing and Events Coordinator Clare Thomas-Allen, and Trustee RJ Renna.

Lindenhurst Public Schools Superintendent, Dan Giordano, recently awarded the 2021 Yale Award, to the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments.  The annual award is given to outstanding members of the Lindenhurst Community.  Superintendent Giordano, along with the unanimous support of the Lindenhurst Board of Education, chose the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments as this year’s honorees for their service and duty above self, keeping our community safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

 

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The men and women of the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments are so deserving of this award for their outstanding dedication to our community during this unprecedented health crisis.

 

Picture here in front (left to right) with members of the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments are Board of Education Member Linda Aniello, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Board of Education President Donna Hochman.

The Lindenhurst Rotary Club recently held their annual “Pups On Parade” event, along with a Craft Fair & Farmers Market. Pictured here (left to right) during the Blessing of the Animals are Lindenhurst Administrator Clerk Douglas Madlon, and Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey with his dog Shea.

 

Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and Lindenhurst Village Trustee RJ Renna recently spent the evening discussing local issues with the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce.

Legislator McCaffrey said, “In our community, we pride ourselves on working together – the County, Town, and Village – to get the job done for the people of our community. So many good things are happening in our downtown because of this spirit of cooperation.”

Pictured here (left to right): Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, and Trustee RJ Renna.

The John Street Roadwork Project is advancing as planned. Work has progressed as follows:

• Milling was completed on Friday 4/30/21.
• Crack sealing started on Monday 5/3/21.
• Full depth asphalt repairs of  localized deteriorated areas started on Monday 5/3/21.

Final Paving will begin once full depth areas are completed. It is anticipated that paving will begin next week.

On April 8^th, following a standing ovation for outgoing Chief Craig Santoli, the newly-elected Chief and Assistant Fire Chiefs of the Lindenhurst Fire Department were officially sworn in to office by Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata.

Michael DeGregorio, Chief

David Collins, 1^st Assistant Chief

Robert Santos, 2^nd Assistant Chief

Jonathan Cutolo, 3^rd Assistant Chief

Mayor Lavorata said, “Congratulations to our Chiefs!  I cannot thank the members of the Lindenhurst Fire Department enough for their selfless and dedicated service to the Lindenhurst Community. Keep up the great work!”

Pictured here being sworn in by Mayor Lavorata are (left to right) – Chief Michael DeGregorio, 1^st Assistant Chief David Collins, 2^nd Assistant Chief Robert Santos, and 3^rd Assistant Chief Jonathan Cutolo.

COVID-19 has caused a lot of problems for small, local businesses, but one local eatery – The Pita Bowl – was able to successfully open in Lindenhurst.  The Pita Bowl, located at 280A North Wellwood Avenue, would have had their ribbon-cutting last March when they opened their doors, but the pandemic prevented that from happening.  Their February 6^th Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony gave the Leunes family a chance to thank friends, family, and members of the community for their support.  Mayor Lavorata said, “The Greek food at the Pita Bowl is excellent!  During these difficult times, I urge everyone to continue to support our Lindenhurst Business Community.”

 

Pictured here (left to right) are:  Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Dean Leunes, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Administrator Clerk Douglas Madlon, Rea Leunes, and Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher.

 

In a small ceremony, Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and Lindenhurst School District Superintendent Daniel Giordano honored former Lindenhurst Student Kassidy Rieder on receiving the 2020 Nassau BOCES Education Partner Award. Kassidy is praised as one of the most devoted supporters of public education on Long Island and was one of 16 honorees to receive this award.

Trustee Masterson said, “It’s always wonderful to see students from Lindenhurst go on to make a difference in their communities! Congratulations to Kassidy.”

Pictured: Superintendent Daniel Giordano, Nassau BOCES Board President Susan Bergtraum, Kassidy Rieder, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Trustee Joan M. Masterson.

The Village of Lindenhurst mourns the loss of lifetime Village resident, Charlie Tanner. Charlie was born in Lindenhurst in 1928 and graduation from Lindenhurst High School in 1945. He married his wife, Carol, in 1948 and were proud parents to four children, eleven grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. Charlie served in the United States Marine Corps from 1945 to 1948 and again from 1950 to 1951.

Charlie was strongly involved in the Lindenhurst Fire Department. He joined Breslau Engine Company in 1949 (a third generation member of the Lindenhurst Fire Department). Charlie went on to become Captain of the Breslau Engine Company from 1959 to 1961 and Treasurer from 1987 to 2002. He was a member of the Fire Council from 1963 to 1985, and was the secretary for nineteen years. Charlie initiated the Breslau Engine Co. Scholarship Program for over thirty years.

Charlie Tanner was an exemplary member of our Lindenhurst community and he will be sorely missed.