5 Ways Patch Remembered 9/11

Local residents, organizations and businesses in Commack took time over the weekend to honor and remember those who lost their lives on 9/11. Here are highlights of some local tributes.

1. CHS 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Hundreds of community members gathered at the Heroes Field at Commack High School to pay tribute to the victims and heroes of 9/11 at the tenth annual candlelight remembrance ceremony.

2. The Commack School District and Paint A Piece each honored the victims and heroes of 9/11 with moving visual displays.

3. Read our profile on James Ryder, a Commack resident and member of the FealGood Foundation who fights to help fellow rescue workers who are suffering from being exposed to Ground Zero immediately following the atatcks.

4. Read the stories of those who were changed by the attacks.

5. Check back later today for more coverage onlocal ceremonies including video from the candlelight remembrance ceremony at Commack High School.