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Unfortunately, 2026 starts with somber news, A small Long Island Volunteer Fire Department has ceased operations after serving their communities for 100 years. The reason the lack of volunteers, a problem that is being faced by all volunteer agencies nationwide.
This Excerpt says it all:
"Fire Chief Martin Tolan started working at this fire department in 2003. He says Floral Park is one of the smallest departments on Long Island, and they were 100% volunteer.
“If you know what time the call is coming in at, you can organize people to be there,” Tolan said. “It’s getting harder and harder to get members around and to be here when there is a call.”
Maureen Brady lives next door to the fire house. Her father was the fire chief at one time and her brother also volunteered.
“Back in the day, there were so many men and women in the neighborhood that volunteered,” Brady said. “I understand now why people don’t. They need to work two or three jobs just to make a living.”
Don't let any more agencies close.. VOLUNTEER TODAY!
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Floral Park Centre Fire Company ceasing operations after 100 years
Tolan said other departments in the area are willing to take the extra firefighters if they want to continue volunteering.
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Happy New Year 2026!
Wishing everyone a Very Happy, Healthy and Safe New Year!
Big things are happing in 2026 for Lindenwood VAC, be part of it.. join today!!
Also, if you are celebrating tonight, be responsible, dont drink and drive.. #SAFE2026
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Please join the Officers and Members of Lindenwood VAC in sharing our deepest condolences to the family of and members of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) on the passing of Lieutenant James "Jimmy" McGee of FDNY EMS Station 54 who succumbed to illness related to his response to the terrorist events of September 11, 2001 today.
Jimmy also served at Station 49 , Station 47 and Haztac and he was a former paramedic at Lenox Hill Hospital and Jamaica Hospital.
Lieutenant James McGee, FDNY EMS Station 54,
EOW December 12, 2025 - Manhattan Box 5-5-8087
Rest Easy Jimmy we have it from here
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Our website and email systems appear to have successfully been migrated to our new hosting provider. We like to thank our previous host, who donated the space for decades.. but is closing their service soon.
Also, to know, some emails may have been rejected or lost during the transition while the addresses were pointed to our web and email server . While we performed this overnight on a weekend when email traffic is light.. there could be some lost mail. So if you sent something and haven't received a reply. Please try again!
Lastly, thanks to our transition team Chris and John..
If you notice an error or something else webpage or email related let us know..
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Lindenwood VAC salutes our Veterans who have kept our great nation safe and secure. Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our nation!
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We are currently migrating our webpage and agency e-mail to another web hosting service. Our webpage may experience brief outages as we transfer and update. In addition there may be brief outages in e-mail services as we transfer the mailboxes to new services. There will be NO disruption to Facebook and X (twitter) pages.
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This morning, Life Member and Ex-Deputy Chief John Buonincontri, who was the ranking officer in command of Lindenwood VAC's World Trade Center Response on 9/11/2001, attended a September 11th remembrance event near his new home in Clermont, Florida. The event was heavily attended by fellow retired First Responders from New York City as well as active First Responders around Florida.
A big thank you to the City of Clermont Government , Clermont Police Department (FL) and Clermont Fire Department for organizing this annual event. This event has special significance for those of us who remember that tragic day.
Also, thank you to Mission BBQ - Clermont for the delicious lunch provided to attendees.
You may watch a recorded version of the ceremony here:
www.youtube.com/live/t4fJIa_1oec?si=InDGHqDZxNLh4Zqr
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We will NEVER forget..
May God grant continued eternal rest to all the innocents who perished that day and to all those who perished from related diseases since..
Lindenwood Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc updated their cover photo.
Lindenwood Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc updated their profile picture.
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Throwback Thursday:
Another great history picture from Former Financial Secretary and Crew Chief Paul Catalano.
Lindenwood VAC's first aid team competing at the New York State convention at the Concord Hotel circa 1977 (approx).
Pictured:
Top row left to right Capitan Maria Schaefer, Norma Goldstein, John Cameron.
Bottom left to right Paul Catalano and Les Winder.
Editor's Note: The rank of Capitan prior to the year 2000, is equivalent now to the rank of the Chief of Department.
Have a picture that is Lindenwood VAC related? Former members, news articles, vehicles, etc? Please share them with us.
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Throwback Thursday:
From former Financial Secretary and Crew Chief Paul M. Catalano a picture of L4 circa 1977 and Paul's daughter..
A big thank you to Paul and his daughter for sharing a little piece of Lindenwood VAC history!
Have a picture related to Lindenwood VAC from the past? Vehicle, members, etc.. please share it with us!!
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The Officers and Members of Lindenwood VAC wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Very Happy First Night of Hanukkah.
May you and your families enjoy the gifts of health, peace and prosperity.
As always, as you celebrate the joyous holiday season, please be responsible do not drink and drive, designate a sober driver or take ride share or mass transportation.
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It's Never too early to learn to save a life.. Learn CPR..
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Last week Lindenwood VAC transported a patient to Jamaica Hospital suffering a cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
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ALWAYS Honored,
NEVER Forgotten...
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As school starts again, be mindful of children.. and ALWAYS STOP for school buses displaying a RED flashing light on BOTH sides of the roadway.
Lindenwood Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc updated their cover photo.
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Once again the Members and Officers of Lindenwood VAC extend our deepest condolences to the members of Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department & Ambulance Corp. on the passing of their Department Chaplain Monsignor Richard Ahlemeyer, who also served as pastor of St. Camillus-St. Virgilius Roman Catholic Church. Our thoughts and prayers are with BCVFD&AC as well as the parish Monsignor Ahlemeyer served as they mourn his passing.
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Please join the Officers and Members of Lindenwood VAC in sharing our deepest condolences to the members Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department & Ambulance Corp. on the passing of Captain Robert Nussberger who succumbed to illness related to his response to the terrorist events of September 11, 2001.
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Congratulations to our new, yet old neighbors to the North! Gotham Volunteer EMS serves the response areas that once encompassed Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, and Woodhaven-Richmond Hill Volunteer Ambulance Corps! We look forward to working with you in the future!!! ALL THE BEST!!
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While the risk is low of having a damaging aftershock, the risk is still there.
According to the USGS, aftershocks could still be felt in the next week.
There is a 50% probability of magnitude 3+, a 15% chance of quakes of magnitude 4+, and 3% a chance for an earthquake of similar or larger magnitude.
Prepare for future earthquakes with these helpful tips: on.nyc.gov/earthquake.
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Please consider helping the family of slain NY City Police Officer Jonathan Diller. Our brothers and sisters at West Hamilton Beach Fire Dept. will be collecting donations.. please read the post below carefully.. Please show support to the family of our city's fallen son.. Rest easy Hero! WHBVFD will be partnering with “Project Thank A Cop” & helping collect items which are being donated to Officer Diller’s family. WHBVFD is an official Drop-off site for donation and will be listed as a collection location on their social media as-well. If you or some one you know would like to donate we are located at : 102 33 Davenport Court Howard Beach NY 11414 Please call (718) 843 1716 prior to coming to the station to assure someone will be there. Below are some items that are being asked for - Collecting items for Mom and Baby : Size 7 Diapers & up, Wipes, Baby food, Baby Utensils & Toys. Gift Cards: Carter’s, Local Restaurants, Uber Eats/Door Dash, Amazon ,Target, & Grocery Store Gift Cards #NYPD #firstrespondersstrong #firstresponderfamily #thinbluelinefamily #thinredlinefamily #volunteer #fire #firedepartment #westhamiltonbeachfiredepartment #nyc #nycfire #volunteersinnyc #takinemallon #everyonestartssomewhere #heartofhamiltonbeach #letsgo #doyougotwhatittakes #neighborshelpingneighbors #doitforthecommunity #HowardBeach #OldHoward #rockwoodpark #11414 #support #grateful #firefamily🚒