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Sept. 11 attacks: 25 years later

Friday, September 11

LiveFrom the shores of LI to Ground Zero — thousands remember those lost on 9/11

From a sunrise ceremony on the beach to a reading of victims' names at Ground Zero, ceremonies are taking place across Long Island and New York City today as locals reflect on the day that changed the world 25 years ago.

Latest Updates1Tunnel to Towers Foundation pays off mortgages for fallen 9/11 first responders, including on LI In Huntington Station, students form a procession of remembrance Report on post-9/11 security threats highlights rise of AI

Top Stories

Only in Newsday‘The story isn’t over’: 9/11 death toll continues to rise 25 years later

An estimated 400,000 people were exposed to toxins on or after 9/11.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNumber of new 9/11 cancers among Northwell patients who worked at Ground Zero continues to rise 9/11-related ailments strike people who were kids when the towers fell Newsday's 9/11 anniversary coverage

Patricia Smith, whose NYPD mom was killed on 9/11, shares emotional journey

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Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Suspect in Suffolk stabbing shot by cops ... Weekend weather outlook Credit: Newsday

Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Suspect in Suffolk stabbing shot by cops ... Weekend weather outlook Credit: Newsday

LI, America honor victims of 9/11 ... How darkest day in U.S. history is taught in schools ... Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Weekend weather outlook

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See photos from 9/11 memorial ceremonies around LI, NYC

Remembering 497 LIers who died on 9/11

Nearly 500 Long Islanders were killed in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. These are the stories of those who were lost.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSept. 11 events for 25th anniversary Hundreds of 9/11 memorial sites have been erected across LI. See where they are.Newsday's 9/11 anniversary coverage

Only in NewsdayShock and horror: This is what it was like leading Newsday's newsroom on 9/11

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First in NewsdayLI village to pay $600G to settle Black police officer's discrimination claims

Garbarino report warns of AI-driven national security risks

Operator of boat that capsized in NY Harbor, killing mom and baby, pleads not guilty

LI couple charged with robbing bank, 3 other stores

Feds 'confident' it's safe to buy lettuce again

Gilgo Beach serial killer disciplined for having synthetic drug, source says

Man found floating unconscious in Great South Bay

Suspect in stabbing death of Sayville woman shot dead by police, authorities say

A $100,000 horror: Why this LI haunted house just canceled its Halloween season

Only in NewsdayBlakeman dials back support for Brooklyn candidate who called 9/11 an 'inside job'

Could this be the Emmys' last year on network TV?

What to watch for in the Giants' Week 1 matchup with the Cowboys

Picture This: When New York and America rose from 9/11

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How LI schools are teaching 9/11 to those who didn't experience it

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Trendy Bites: Lemon curd pancakes in Mineola

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Residents oppose proposed Amazon warehouse

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Out East: The Milk Pail U-pick apple farm in Water Mill

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New coach, different strategy for Ward Melville girls soccer

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Baby oysters released into the Great South Bay

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Pharmaceutical company expanding, adding jobs in Suffolk

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It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

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Sayville Falls Miniature Golf and Beer Garden offers more than you might think

Things to do

LI's Gold Coast mansions: Walking tours and events

Guided tours reveal the hidden histories of Long Island's opulent Gold Coast mansions.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFrom under-the-radar to kid-friendly, hike these LI nature trails this fall Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

Why this village is LI's best-kept secret this fall

Guide: Fill your fall with festivals

When LI beach bars, amusement parks close for the season

Hospitality Ball returns, showcasing LI eateries

Must-see concerts with Ringo Starr, more this fall

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Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Suspect in Suffolk stabbing shot by cops ... Weekend weather outlook Credit: Newsday

Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Suspect in Suffolk stabbing shot by cops ... Weekend weather outlook Credit: Newsday

LI, America honor victims of 9/11 ... How darkest day in U.S. history is taught in schools ... Clammer pulled from Great South Bay ... Weekend weather outlook

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders Favorites

First in NewsdayHow to get your red light camera ticket fee refund

Drivers must submit a claim by Dec. 8 to be eligible for reimbursements of up to $36 per ticket.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSuffolk agrees to refund drivers $45M for illegal red light camera fees

What surgery did Billy Joel have to ease the fluid buildup on his brain?

Only in Newsday25 years later, these 3 LI responders are wrestling with 9/11 health effects

Hofstra faculty approves contract with 3% annual raises

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALS9/11 is still reshaping our lives

We must keep monitoring and treating those who were exposed.

DAN JANISONFear, reaction lasted through that surreal season

LETTERSReaders mourn lives lost on 9/11, 25 years later

COMMENTARYAI is killing the app economy and building its successor

Picture This: When New York and America rose from 9/11

02:37

How LI schools are teaching 9/11 to those who didn't experience it

03:53

Trendy Bites: Lemon curd pancakes in Mineola

01:20

Residents oppose proposed Amazon warehouse

02:03

Out East: The Milk Pail U-pick apple farm in Water Mill

03:05

New coach, different strategy for Ward Melville girls soccer

01:46

Baby oysters released into the Great South Bay

01:53

Pharmaceutical company expanding, adding jobs in Suffolk

01:32

It's your last chance to book an LI 'bumper boat'

01:17

Sayville Falls Miniature Golf and Beer Garden offers more than you might think

More Long Island

First in NewsdayDEC: Fire-suppression system at battery plant is main cause of toxic plume

The suppression system was used in combination with an internal sprinkler system to fight the 2023 blaze at the lithium-ion battery plant.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBattery plant owners get more time to respond on East Hampton toxic plume East Hampton residents who live near toxic plume seek health screenings Complete coverage: Lithium-ion battery storage on LI

Only in NewsdayLI man sentenced to 1 more year of probation for fatally kicking small dog

Husband and wife open Greek Froyo spot on LI

Average mortgage rate hits 6.76%. Here's how it could affect LIers' payments.

Wallet WatchFrom accessory apartments to haggling for credits, here's how to save as a home buyer or owner

Alec Baldwin says fans will see him 'at my worst' in 'Rust' shooting aftermath doc

Nation / World

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthis seize an island in a key strait, opening a new front in the Iran war

Officials say Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have captured a strategic island at the southern entrance to the Red Sea.

Trump is heading to Ireland for the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf course

Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads to a 7th province

UK lawmakers vote down bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales

Modi holds talks with Putin and Iran's president before the BRICS summit of 11 nations

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Rock: OBJ, the Cowboys and Collinsworth's trip down memory lane

NBC analyst says he'll take a moment to appreciate Beckham's one-handed catch in 2014

Boland: Volpe takes advantage of his second chance with Yankees

Jets WR Mitchell grateful for opportunity to show his worth

Mets mailbag: Will Stearns apologize to fans for this disastrous season?

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesEx-fire medic got $500G to settle claims that 2 department officers raped her

Newsday obtained the agreement that resolved the Wantagh Fire Department case.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNassau judge orders Long Island fire district to release settlement of lawsuit alleging sexual assault Ex-fire medic settles lawsuit that alleged 2 top-ranking officers raped her

Newsday InvestigatesHow can NUMC be fixed? Here are 5 things it could do to improve its finances.

Newsday InvestigatesLI has the nation's longest wait times for public housing

Only in NewsdayA man spent 23 years in prison before his murder conviction was tossed. Nassau paid him $10M.

Carnegie Deli's pastrami and corned beef on rye return for NYC reopening on Tuesday

Only in NewsdayPopular drive-thru coffee spot opens 2nd LI location

A New York deli without the meat? This new LI shop is trying it.

Burger chain opens 2nd LI outpost inside mall

High School Sports

Top 100 PSAL football players to start 2026

A look at the top players in the New York City public school football scene this season.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Is this the Emmys' last year on network TV?

What surgery did Billy Joel have to ease the fluid buildup on his brain?

'Ebenezer,' 'Digger' and 35 more movies you won't want to miss

A true Holocaust drama: LI woman shares dad's diary

'Don't Stop Believin': LI singer performs with Journey in Japan — twice!

Port Jeff free blues festival returns Sept. 27

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