Village of Lindenhurst

Long Island, NY

Tribute to John Kehoe

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It is with a great deal of heartbreak and sorrow that we mourn the tragic loss of John Kehoe.  My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kehoe family.  His untimely death leaves our Lindenhurst community with a deep feeling of sorrow for the loss of such a valued and dedicated employee, and friend.
John was appointed Village Horticulturist on May 15, 1985.  He was an exceptional public employee, and always there when help was needed.  John was at all times courteous, considerate of the welfare of others, and performed his work faithfully and efficiently.  Over his 35 years of service, the Village took on a new, and beautiful, atmosphere.  Through John’s efforts, a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and flowers were expertly planted, watered, and meticulously maintained.
John will be remembered as a highly respected and appreciated member of our Lindenhurst family.  He will be missed by all of us, but will never be forgotten.  His memory will live on every Spring as the Village blooms with all the vibrant colors and beauty of his works.
On April 13th, as Lindenhurst Department of Public Works and Lindenhurst Fire Department trucks lined the streets, a motorcade of family and friends led John to his final resting place in honor.  As a further mark of respect, the flags at all Village of Lindenhurst buildings were displayed at half-staff.
As the Mayor of Lindenhurst, and on behalf of the Lindenhurst Board of Trustees, all of our residents, I would like to publicly recognize the significant and lasting contributions made by John Kehoe to our Lindenhurst community.  We offer his family and friends this sincere expression of condolence.
– Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor

The Village Mourns John Kehoe

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“The Village of Lindenhurst sadly mourns the loss of long time respected horticulturist, John Kehoe, who passed away on April 1, 2020.  John dedicated himself to beautifying and improving the Village for 35 years.  His soft spoken style, knowledge and willingness to serve and help others will be sorely missed by all.  May he rest in peace.”

-Mayor Michael Lavorata and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Lindenhurst and Highway Superintendent Rick Sorrentino.

Burial Information:

BRESLAU CEMETERY

MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2020

11:00AM

*There will be a motorcade from Village Hall to the cemetery.  If you wish to join the motorcade, please line up in front of Village Hall

no later than 10:30 AM

Christina Renna Foundation – 2020 Angel’s Wish Gala

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A host of local officials turned out for the Christina Renna Foundation’s Annual Angel’s Wish Gala. Attending was Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Trustee Pat Pichichero, Trustee RJ Renna, along with his parents, Phil and Rene Renna, founders of the foundation, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand. The local officials were there to support the Christina Renna Foundation’s efforts to raise money for their mission to fight childhood cancer. Mayor Lavorata said, “It is important to pause to remember Christina Renna, and all those children who have lost their lives to this horrible disease. May tonight bring hope to those who continue to fight and work towards finding a cure.”

First Boater Safety Course Under Brianna’s Law Held

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The Village of Lindenhurst hosted the first Boating Safety Course of the year since the enactment of “Brianna’s Law,” Which took effect on January 1, 2020. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 01-04 presented the course at the Lindenhurst Rainbow Center. Those who attended received a special visit from Gina Costa-Lieneck, the Long Island mom responsible for helping to make the water ways safer. After Gina’s 11-year old daughter, Brianna, was the victim of a fatal boating accident in 2005, she began the work to bring awareness of the need for mandatory education for all boaters and small craft operators. The new NY State law will phase in requirements that all operators of motorized watercraft must complete a state-approved boating safety coarse. This new rule is designed to help reduce the amount of preventable accident on the water.

Special thanks to Gina Costa-Lieneck, Lori Novello, and the Coast Guard Auxiliary members for making the class a success.

Pictured – Coast Guard Auxiliary members, Trustee Joan Masterson, Lori Novello, and Gina Costa-Lieneck

HOLIDAY PARADE & TREE LIGHTING

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The Village of Lindenhurst kicked off the 2019 holiday season with the annual Fire Department Christmas Parade and Historical Society Tree Lighting Ceremony.  This year, the Historical Society designated long-time Village residents Patrick and Lillian Pigott as the official Christmas Tree Lighters.  Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The holidays bring colder weather, seasonal joy, and a beautifully adorned downtown with lights and decorated trees in the Village Square.”

Picture here with Mrs. Pigott are Mayor Lavorata, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Trustee RJ Renna, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey and other community leaders.

Annual Tree Lighting at the Rainbow Senior Citizen Center

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The sounds of the Christmas season echoed through the Lindenhurst Rainbow Senior Citizen Center as the annual tree-lighting ceremony officially illuminated the center’s Christmas tree. Trustee Joan M. Masterson was honored to officially light the tree in front of over 100 people attending the event; a lunch was provided by the Lindenhurst Rotary Club. Mayor Michael A. Lavorata said, “What a great way to start the holiday season right at the Rainbow Center.”

Pictured here are Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Administrator Douglas Madlon, Dawn Shipsey, and Mayor Michael A. Lavorata.

NEW TO LINDENHURST:

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Mayor Michael A. Lavorata recently attended the grand opening of Bakuto, a new Japanese restaurant, with Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Trustee Patrick Pichichero and Village Administrator Douglas Madlon. Owners, Rachel Voges, Patrick Capellini, and Vincent D’Eletto stated, “We are so happy to have the support of the community and feel so welcomed in Lindenhurst.”. Mayor Lavorata said, “These people have worked very hard to make their dream of opening their own restaurant a reality.”.  Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle said, “We wish them the best of luck in their new business.”. Bakuto, 121 North Wellwood Avenue is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant. The menu includes noodles such, as ramen and udon, an assortment of daily crudo, Japanese steam buns, and robatayaki selection of grilled meats, fish, and vegetables.

Save The Great South Bay Santapogue Creek Clean Up

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The Underwriters Laboratories, Melville, New York celebrated their 125th Anniversary by cleaning 125 area creeks. On Friday, November 8, a group of volunteers from Underwriters Laboratories spent a day picking up litter and debris from Santapogue Creek, Lindenhurst. Mayor Michael Lavorata, a UL employee who participated in the event, said, “By removing all the litter from the creek, we are doing what we can as citizens to help save the Great South Bay.”

Villa Pizzeria

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The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce recently held a grand opening ribbon cutting at Villa Pizzeria. Trustee Joan M. Masterson said, “We are very happy to welcome Villa Pizzeria to our downtown with a brand new store front. Over the past year, we have seen a number of new businesses open up. We welcome them all!”

Pictured here are from left to right: Douglas Madlon, Maryann Weckerle, Antonio Delprete, Christine DelPrete, Joe DelPrete, Joan M. Masterson and Joe Barone.