In this special 25th anniversary episode of Your New Jersey, Lisa Marie Falbo remembers September 11, 2001, and the lasting impact on local families, survivors, and first responders. Richard Alles, Director of 9/11 Community Affairs at Barasch & McGarry, reflects on his time responding at Ground Zero, his battle with 9/11-related cancers, and the importance of the World Trade Center Health Program. And Michael Danatos, a member of the New Jersey 9/11 Family and Survivor Committee, shares the heartbreaking story of his brother-in-law and his decades-long fight to preserve and properly honor the Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial in Jersey City. Together, we remember why the promise to “never forget” still matters 25 years later.
About the Author
Gerald D’Ambra is co-founder of On New Jersey.
Throughout his career in TV, Gerald has led projects developing shows for Cox Broadcasting, Sinclair, Fox, and Discovery Scripps. He is a former marketing and communications executive with a global technology company and a former TV News Anchor, Reporter, and Executive Producer.
Gerald led communications and marketing projects for global brands and secured national and local media placement. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards and won multiple AP awards for journalism.

