Tremont native becomes ‘father figure,’ teaches patience and compassion to FDNY 9/11 child
Brian Harrison never had kids, but after being matched as a mentor/mentee several years ago with Brad Walz he’s became a “father figure.” The duo met in 2007 through the mentoring program at Tuesday’s Children, the nonprofit organization serving families and communities impacted by terrorism, military conflict and mass violence. More.
Firm Seeks To Toss 'Speculative' Suit From 9/11 Family
Baumeister & Samuels PC has called on a New Jersey federal court to throw out "speculative" and "wholly implausible" claims that the firm failed to properly represent the family of a man killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks in seeking compensation over his death. More.
Local police department receives new motorcycle from annual 9/11 event
The York County Regional Police Department is the proud owner of a brand-new Harley Davidson police motorcycle. Representatives from America’s 911 foundation presented their 2022 Harley Police Bike to the department on Saturday, who won the motorcycle during the foundation’s annual 911 ride last August. More.
Firefighters climb stairs at Lucas Oil to honor 9/11 victims
Firefighters wore badges of the 343 Fire Department of New York members who died on 9/11 during the stair climb, Friday, April 29, 2022, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. More.
Hundreds take to the steps of Lucas Oil Stadium to honor 9/11 firefighters
Firefighters from across the world and members of the community will take to the steps of Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday to honor the 343 members of the Fire Department of the City of New York who lost their life during 9/11. More.
A run to remember: 9/11 Memorial and Museum 5K run/walk returns to Lower Manhattan
The 9/11 Memorial and Museum 5K run/walk returned Sunday after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thousands of New Yorkers wearing shorts, leggings, and sweatpants flocked to the North Cove Marina to raise funds for the institution honoring the memory of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. More.
Doing right by the heroes: NewYork-Presbyterian fixes its policies toward 9/11 responders and victims
A better-late-than-never congratulations to the leadership of NewYork-Presbyterian, including its CEO Dr. Steven Corwin and Board of Trustees Chair Jerry Speyer, for agreeing to end the hospital’s outrageous lack of cooperation and coordination with the federal World Trade Center Health Program. More.
Scout's Project Enhances Babylon Museum's 9/11 Memorial Exhibit
The Town of Babylon History Museum has a new addition, thanks to a soon-to-be Eagle Scout. Robert Wylie, who was joined by town officials, recently the unveiled his Scout project — a moveable base for the museum's September 11th Hometown Memorial model. More.