Securing health care for 9/11 first responders was a top priority for outgoing Republican Rep. Anthony D’Esposito — and it looked like it was going to be a massive win for the Long Island congressman. Then it all fell apart. More.
How MAGA stopped 9/11 health care funding
Former Suffolk County Sheriff's Officer From Riverhead, 9/11 Responder Rick Stueber, Dies
Richard "Rick" Stueber Jr. died on Dec. 10. His family did not disclose the cause of death. Stueber had been living in Stratford, CT but was born in Queens, New York, and had deep roots in Long Island law enforcement, according to his obituary shared by Riverhead News and Riverhead Local. More.
Federal government to permanently fund 9/11 health care program facing financial cliff
The pivotal World Trade Center Health Program that covers medical expenses for those suffering from 9/11-related illnesses will be fully funded for the next 15 years, thanks to a bipartisan agreement hammered out in Washington, D.C., officials said Wednesday. More.
Schumer, Gillibrand announce permanent Fed funding fix for World Trade Center Health Program
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced he has secured permanent federal funding to support 9/11 first responders and survivors as part of the end-of-year federal budget bill. More.
9/11 Memorial Groves undergo crucial restoration to preserve lasting tribute
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their lives. Because of the actions of the 40 passengers and crew aboard one of the planes, Flight 93, the attack on the U.S. Capitol was thwarted. More.
Palm Desert hosts traveling 9/11 memorial painting
The City of Palm Desert hosted a special event Wednesday, featuring the Traveling 9/11 Memorial Painting, a tribute to the lives lost and heroic efforts of Sept. 11, 2001. The event included a live demonstration by the painting’s custodian, who delivered the artwork to Fire Station 33. More.
9/11 World Trade Center Health Program finally locks in permanent funding with budget
Congress in its end-of-year budget bill secured permanent funding to meet the growing health needs of 9/11 first responders and survivors. A change to a funding formula was aimed at solving ongoing shortfalls faced by the World Trade Center Health Program. More.
Edison Firefighter Who Responded To 9/11 Dies At 76
Retired Edison firefighter Bruce J Gregory died on Monday after a long battle with cancer, The Edison Firefighters Association said on Friday. He was 76. Gregory was part of the team that responded to the Sept. 11 terror attack on the World Trade Center and worked on the “Pile” or Ground Zero. More.