REMEMBERING TWA FLIGHT 800: 29 years ago today, TWA Flight 800 exploded and crashed into the ocean near East Moriches. Today, the TWA Flight 800 International Memorial at Smith Point County Park stands as a poignant tribute to the 230 lives lost. A group of people with special needs maintain and beautify the memorial year-round in honor of the victims and their families. Newsday TV Newsday | Virginia Huie