NYS landmarks lit blue for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In recognition of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, New York State landmarks were lit in dark blue on Thursday to honor the work of law enforcement statewide.

“Public safety is my number one priority, and I’m incredibly grateful for the sacrifices law enforcement make to protect our communities,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “New York stands with law enforcement — today and every day — and I am committed to doing everything I can to support their courageous efforts.” 

Sixteen different landmarks showed support for those who protect New Yorkers every day. They included:

• 1WTC
• Albany International Airport Gateway
• Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
• Empire State Plaza
• Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
• Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
• Kosciuszko Bridge
• Lake Placid Olympic Center
• Lake Placid Olympic Jumping Complex
• Moynihan Train Hall
• MTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn Station
• Niagara Falls
• State Education Building
• State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
• The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
• The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge