Middle Island, NY - May 25, 2015 - Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker attended Longwood’s Memorial Day services on Monday, May 24. The service took place at the beautiful Bartlett Pond Park on Middle Country Road in Middle Island.

“I commend the local community for its commitment to memorializing our fallen heroes,” said Legislator Anker. “We owe so much to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.”

The ceremony included wreath-laying, songs, prayer, readings and remarks from community members. The event was attended by local veterans, family members, fire department volunteers, school board members, local boy scouts, and governmental officials.