Governor Kathy Hochul directed flags on State buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, October 7 in mourning and honor of the victims of the attack on Israel one year ago. Additionally, the Governor directed landmarks to be illuminated in yellow in solidarity with Israel and the hostages still in captivity.
“One year after the horrific atrocities committed against the people of Israel, my heart goes out to the victims and their families,” Governor Hochul said. “New York stands with Israel — today and every day. As the home of the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, we will do everything in our power to defend against the forces of hatred and stand firmly against those who perpetuate it.”
Landmarks to be illuminated include:
Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
Kosciuszko Bridge
The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
State Education Building
Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
Empire State Plaza
State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
Niagara Falls
The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
Albany International Airport Gateway
MTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn Station
Moynihan Train Hall
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
1 World Trade Center
Earlier this week, Governor Hochul directed the State Police to enhance security and heighten surveillance in the wake of Iran’s bombardment of Israel. This additional security presence will protect critical infrastructure hubs, synagogues, yeshivas, mosques, community centers and other at-risk areas.
In New York City, Mayor Eric Adams announced that city flags have been lowered to half-staff, and City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit yellow this evening.
In addition to City Hall, the following NY city buildings will be lit up yellow tonight:
Bronx County Courthouse: 851 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451
Brooklyn Borough Hall: 209 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
The David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building: 1 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007
Queens Borough Hall: 120-55 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens, NY 11424
Staten Island Borough Hall: 10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301
