FBI Director Christopher Wray sounded the alarm on ransomware in stark terms by likening the challenge posed by the recent spate of damaging cyber attacks on the US to the September 11 terrorist attacks, calling for a similar response. More.
FBI director sees 'parallels' between challenge posed by ransomware attacks and 9/11
Retired NYPD officer bilked out of 9/11 funds speaks out
60-year-old John Ferreyra and his wife Lisa finally have some peace of mind. A man they once considered a friend, for nearly 20 years, started a 51-month-prison sentence on Thursday for cheating the couple out of nearly $1 million. “Based on what he put us through, I’m happy he’s going to jail,” said Ferreyra. More.
Fund in memory of Plymouth 9/11 victim continues to help children and veterans despite pandemic
Nearly 20 years have passed since Jennifer Kane headed off to work at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. And while the West Plymouth woman’s family and friends continue to mourn the loss of the vibrant young accountant, they have also channeled their grief into good. More.
Orthodox church destroyed in 9/11 being rebuilt as ‘cenotaph’ to those killed
With less than a year left in the reconstruction of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine, Michael Psaros foresees a church that honors the lives that were lost during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack on New York. More.
Wray sees 'parallels' between challenge posed by ransomware attacks and 9/11
FBI Director Christopher Wray likened the challenge posed by the recent spate of damaging ransomware attacks on the US to the September 11 terrorist attacks and called for a similar sense of urgency and response in a new interview. More.
9-11 Anniversary Committee
Almost two decades have passed since the September 11th attack on our country. To honor the 20th anniversary of that day, members of the local 9/11 Anniversary Committee are planning a community event. “Here we are, 20 years later, planning to mark the anniversary in Central Pennsylvania by remembering the precious lives lost, celebrating the American spirit, and recognizing first responders who serve our community.” More.
VOICES 7th Annual Golf Outing
Voices Center for Resilience (formerly Voices of September 11th) will host its 7th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, June 14, 2021 at Quaker Ridge Golf Club in Scarsdale, NY. All proceeds will benefit VOICES work to assist communities preparing for and recovering from tragedy, and to provide long-term support and resources that promote mental health care and wellness for victims' families, survivors and responders. More.
Oceanside park named in honor of late 9/11 hero Luis Alvarez
A large green sign at Terrell Avenue Park in Oceanside bears the name of late former NYPD Bomb Squad Det. Luis Alvarez, ensuring that those who enter the grounds will not forget his contributions during and long after 9/11. On May 25, dozens of Alvarez’s friends and family gathered at the park for the ceremony, at which it was renamed Detective Luis G. Alvarez Memorial Park in his honor. More.