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'Road to Remembrance' at Suffolk Marathon
Trail on Amity Campus to Honor Local Service Members Lost Since 9/11
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone recently joined Suffolk County Legislator William “Doc” Spencer to unveil a ceremonial “Road to Remembrance Trail" at the Catholic Health Services third annual Suffolk County Marathon.
The third-of-a-mile trail, which is a portion of the actual Marathon and Half-Marathon route, will be dedicated to the memory of 30 Suffolk County fallen military service members killed in the line of duty since September 11, 2001.
The trail crosses over the Amity campus located in Oakdale. County Executive Bellone and Legislator Doc Spencer were joined by Gold Star parents and family members who lost loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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The CHS Suffolk County Marathon was created to help raise critical funds needed to support organizations that cater to the needs of veterans in the County. To date, more than $300,000 have been raised and all proceeds distributed to a wide range of veteran service organizations who are committed to improving the quality of life for veterans.
Suffolk County has the largest veteran population in New York State. The Catholic Health Services third annual Suffolk County Marathon will be held on Sunday, Oct. 29. To register for the race, visit suffolkmarathon.com
