Oyster Bay Town Now Accepting Applications For 9/11 Walls Of Honor

MASSAPEQUA, NY — The Town of Oyster Bay is accepting applications for the 9/11 Walls of Honor in Massapequa.

This memorial pays tribute to residents and others with ties to the town who died from 9/11-related illnesses, including cancers linked to toxic exposure at Ground Zero.

Each September, newly inscribed names are unveiled, ensuring that these heroes and their sacrifices are never forgotten.

"The 9/11 attacks took thousands of lives in an instant, but the devastation didn't end that day," said Supervisor Joseph Saladino.

According to the World Trade Center Health Program, nearly 43,000 individuals are currently receiving treatment for 9/11-related health conditions, with over 10,000 cases of cancer linked to exposure at the site. Tragically, more than 2,500 responders and survivors have lost their battle with these illnesses.

Families interested in adding a loved one's name to the 9/11 Walls of Honor can download an application on the town's website.