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Retired NYPD officer from Merrick dies of 9/11 illness

Anthony Hanlon dies at 49

9/11 compensation crusader John Feal considering run for Congress

After years of being on the political sidelines, a leading 9/11 healthcare advocate said he was inspired by the midterm elections, and is considering…

Meet 3 Women Who Are Comforting Families of 9/11 Illness Sufferers

Diane Pryor-Holland finds peace every time she sits at her sewing machine.

Ground Zero first responders who died of Sept. 11-related health conditions can now receive federal Medal of Valor

First responders who died of Ground Zero-related illnesses are eligible for a federal medal honoring Sept. 11 heroes under a new law…

A marine veteran and 9/11 responder needs your help this Veterans Day weekend

Family man Don Pritchard served proudly as a Marine – and was on ground zero on 9/11.

Photos: Colonie dedicates refurbished park to fallen trooper

A newly refurbished town park was dedicated Thursday to honor the legacy of a state trooper who died from a Sept. 11-related illness.

WTC ‘Survivors’ Have Tougher Rules on Aid

Affect Health Coverage, Pensions

Joseph L. Pidoto, 51, former NYPD detective known for his kindness, dies

The officer from Mount Sinai, who was assigned to the 104th Precinct in Ridgewood, Queens, was dispatched to work in downtown Manhattan in the days and weeks following…

New Alarms About Delays by NYCERS In Ruling on 9/11-Linked Disabilities

Could Reduce Federal VCF Payouts

Firsthand 9/11 Exposure Fueling Alcohol- and Drug-Related Deaths: Study

People directly exposed to the World Trade Center terrorist attacks appear at increased risk of drug- and alcohol-related death, a new study finds.