9/11 Tribute Center programs are offered throughout the year. Lectures, educational workshops and support programs are available to unite family members who lost loved ones, survivors, Lower Manhattan residents, rescue and recovery workers and volunteers who assisted in the aftermath of 9/11. Visit tributewtc.org for a schedule of upcoming programs and events.
Retired FDNY Firefighter John "Jack" Boyle of Rescue 1 died of World Trade Center-related illness on August 24, 2019. He was a 30-year decorated veteran of the FDNY who worked during the recovery efforts after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. He was also a United States Army veteran with the 82nd Airborne Paratroopers Division. His funeral […]
Country singer George Strait is making a video of his new song, The Weight of the Badge, a tribute to law enforcement officers. He is looking for cops to feature in the video of the song. The deadline to apply is August 30, 2019. Details can be found here.
On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, from 8:30am to 9:30am and again from 6:30pm to 7:30pm the Montgomery Veterans Memorial will be open to foster quiet reflection on the tragedy of the terrorist attacks and the bravery that was displayed by those who responded to them on September 11, 2001. The public is welcome. Montgomery Veterans […]
The “Get on Board” NYPD 109th Precinct Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, from 12:00pm-6:00pm at the Muster Room of the Precinct in Flushing. Every donor will receive a t-shirt. Muster Room 109th Precinct 37-05 Union Street Flushing, NY
NYPD Officer Laura Brown-Amodeo of the 101 Precinct died of site-related illness on Thursday, August 29, 2019. Her wake will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2019, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Moloney's Lake Funeral Home in Ronkonkoma. Her funeral will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2019, at 10:00am. […]
This year’s Tunnel to Towers Savannah 5-K Run and Walk, which was scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2019 in Savannah, Georgia, has been canceled due to the advance of Hurricane Dorian. The event will not be rescheduled, but organizers are offering all paid registrants the opportunity to participate in one of the Stephen Siller Tunnel […]