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The Herald’s special section marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks brings together deeply personal accounts of survival, sacrifice and service, along with stories of how Long Island communities continue to honor those affected.
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By Jeff Bessen
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9/10/26
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The morning after 9/11, Steve Grogan reported to Ground Zero, where he spent a week assisting in the rescue operation and gathering evidence.
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By Kayla Dechter
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9/10/26
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Former Rockville Centre Fire Department Chief John Busching reflects on his 9/11 rescue efforts at Ground Zero and the lasting impact of the experience on his life and career.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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9/10/26
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Michael McNelis’ career is a reminder that for many first responders, answering the call did not end when the smoke cleared — it became a lifelong commitment to serving and protecting others.
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By Abigail Grieco
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9/10/26
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Each year, the promise to “never forget” carries renewed weight — especially for those who witnessed the tragedy and continue to hold its memory close.
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By Jordan Vallone
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9/10/26
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Five Seaford High School alumni were killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and their names continue to shape generations of students.
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By Roksana Amid
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9/10/26
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Jessica Ellerbe had already planned to join Uniondale’s junior firefighter program when she became eligible at 13. After Sept. 11, however, that desire took on a greater meaning.
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By Stacy Driks
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9/10/26
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For Anisa Mkwanazi-Sessoms, the delayed impact of 9/11, on the world and her family, was difficult for her to understand.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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9/10/26
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I wondered what happened to my fellow commuters that worked there. Were they alive or dead? We never exchanged phone numbers, so I’ll never know.
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By Leslie Ostrow
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9/10/26
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For many the horrors of that day have faded or at best linger in their thoughts while being prodded annually. For others such as myself, the memories of those gruesome events endure.
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By Bob Palleschi
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9/10/26
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