Island Park hosts 9/11 Memorial Service

Posted Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:12 pm

I.P. Trustees Barbara Volpe-Ried, Robert Tice, Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll, I.P. Mayor Michael McGinty, Councilwoman Laura Ryder and Deputy Mayor Matt Graci.

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Mayor Michael McGinty gave a heart-warming speech in the spirit of remembrance.

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Father George Kazoulis

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By Kepherd Daniel

Island Park Mayor Michael McGinty and the Board of Trustees hosted a 9/11 Memorial Service at the 9/11 Monument on Long Beach Road on Sept. 11. It was a bright morning for a heartfelt tribute, as residents pledged to never forget the events of Sept. 11, 2001.

Leading the service in prayer were Father George Kazoulis of Panaghia Greek Orthodox Church of Island Park and Reverend Joel Hernandez of the Full Gospel Church.

The Island Park Fire Department also assisted in the dedication and were recognized for their assistance after 9/11/01. The service was also attended by Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Assemblyman Ari Brown, Receiver of Taxes Jeannie Driscoll and Councilwoman Laura Ryder.

The Village board also exetended thanks to Congressman Anthony D’Esposito and County Executive Bruce Blakeman for their role in the recent announcement of the “Tunnel to Towers Veterans Village” project, which will provide housing for veterans in Island Park.

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