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Kearsarge Elementary School Students Take Part in 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

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Kearsarge Regional School District
Superintendent Winfried Feneberg
114 Cougar Court
New London, NH 03257

For Immediate Release

Friday, Sept. 13, 2019

Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Kearsarge Elementary School Students Take Part in 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Four Kearsarge Elementary School students rang the 9/11 memorial bell at the New London Fire Department’s remembrance ceremony on Wednesday. Stone Phillip, a member of the U.S. Army and Kearsarge alumni, gives a salute. (Courtesy Photo Kearsarge Regional School District)

NEW LONDON– Superintendent Winfried Feneberg is pleased to announce that Kearsarge Elementary and Sutton Elementary School students took part in a local 9/11 remembrance ceremony on this week.

At 11 a.m. on Wednesday, students from both elementary schools joined New London Firefighters, police, veterans, town officials and members of the community at the New London Fire Department Headquarters to remember all those lost on Sept. 11, 2001 and in the ensuing Global War on Terrorism.

“It is important for students to remember and learn about the events of September 11, 2001, and we’re thankful our local Fire Department continues to include students in their ceremony,” Superintendent Feneberg said. “This somber day in our nation’s history is also an opportunity for students to witness the way in which our community and country come together in times of need.”

Students that attended the ceremony sang “Patriot Day” by Teresa Jennings, read essays about local first responders they interviewed and helped raise a new flag on the Fire Department’s flag pole.

Students throughout Kearsarge Regional School District observed the 18th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on Wednesday at their own schools, with each one including the anniversary in its morning announcements and holding a moment of silence.

“Last night 18 years ago, millions of Americans went to bed quietly, with no thought that the next morning their world would change forever,” Kearsarge Regional High School Social Studies Teacher Curtis Roddy said to students over Wednesday morning’s announcements. “In one single moment life may never be the same. As you live each day to the fullest, enjoy the breaths you take today and tonight before you go to sleep in preparation for your life tomorrow, kiss the ones you love, snuggle a little tighter, and never take one second of your life for granted.”

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Enfield Fire Rescue to Hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

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Enfield Fire Rescue
District 1
Chief Edward N. Richards
200 Phoenix Ave.
Enfield, CT 06082

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 9, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

 

Enfield Fire Rescue to Hold 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

ENFIELD, Connecticut — Chief Edward Richards would like to invite the public to attend the 9/11 memorial ceremony at the Enfield Fire Rescue 9/11 Memorial Tribute Garden this week.

WHEN:

Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 5 p.m.

WHERE:

Enfield Fire Rescue Station 2 9/11 Memorial Tribute Garden, 199 Weymouth Rd.

WHAT:

The Enfield Fire District will host a brief memorial ceremony in remembrance of those who died as a result of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 and all those who have died serving their communities and our country.

Light refreshments will be served in the firehouse following the event.

“We are proud to hold this ceremony at our Memorial Garden which reminds us to never forget this tragedy, but also to admire the resolve of the American spirit in the days following,” Chief Richards said. “It’s important for us to continue to honor those who were lost on that day and in the aftermath of the attacks.”

Enfield Fire’s 9/11 Memorial Tribute Garden, built in 2008, features two large beams from the World Trade Center which were part of the support structure from the north face of the North Tower at about the 80th story level.

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Town of Rockport to Hold 9/11 Ceremony

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Town of Rockport
Director of Emergency Services Mark Schmink
34 Broadway
Rockport, MA 01966

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 9, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Town of Rockport to Hold 9/11 Ceremony

ROCKPORT — Emergency Management Director Mark Schmink reports that Town of Rockport will hold a 9/11 ceremony this week and invites community members to attend.

WHEN:

Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Central Fire Station, 37 Broadway

WHAT:

Under the leadership and guidance of Schmink, who is also the Assistant Chief of the Rockport Police Department, and Fire Chief James Doyle, the town will hold a 9/11 ceremony to honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.

“The Rockport Fire Department has a long history and tradition of honoring fallen firefighters and gathering to support its membership and families of those in the service who were injured or lost,” Schmink said.

The schedule of events is as follows:

  • Opening remarks: Fire Chief James Doyle
  • Introduction of dignitaries: Town Administrator Mitchell Vieira
  • Invocation by clergy: Rev. Matthew Wigton
  • Moment of silence: Assistant Chief Kirk Keating
  • National Anthem: Cheryl Keating
  • Remarks by Board of Selectmen: Paul Murphy
  • Fire prayer: Lead by the Rockport Fire Department
  • Police prayer: Lead by the Rockport Police Department
  • EMS prayer: Lead by Rockport ambulance personnel
  • Closing remarks: Assistant Fire Chief Stephen Abell Jr.
  • Benediction by clergy: Pastor Derek Van Gulden
  • Striking of the Four Fives: Fireman’s Association
  • Taps: Firefighter Eric Beaulieu

“The fire service and its membership continue to show support for the community and each other,” Chief Doyle said. “This is just another example of how we honor the lives and memories of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.”

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East Bridgewater Police and Fire Departments to Hold Annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

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Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

East Bridgewater Police and Fire Departments to Hold Annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

EAST BRIDGEWATER — Police Chief Scott Allen and Fire Chief Timothy Harhen would like to invite the public to attend the annual 9/11 memorial ceremony at the East Bridgewater 9/11 Memorial site.

WHEN:

Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 8:45 a.m.

WHERE:

East Bridgewater Memorial site, 175 Central St.

WHAT:

The East Bridgewater Police and Fire Departments will hold a short memorial service in honor of the victims of 9/11 and in particular, East Bridgewater native and Secret Service Master Officer Craig Miller who died in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001.

The memorial, originally dedicated on Sept. 11, 2016, was built in honor of Officer Miller. It was built through the volunteer efforts of several East Bridgewater residents, including Joel Thomas, Tim Sands, the Kiwanis Club and many others.

Officer Miller’s father and brother will join the community this year before attending the annual 9/11 State House memorial service in Boston.

“This memorial serves as a reminder of the personal connection our community has to that day and we are honored that Officer Miller’s father and brother will be able to join us at the ceremony this year,” Chief Allen said.

“We are proud to host this service each year in honor of Officer Miller and all of the victims of 9/11,” Chief Harhen said. “We encourage everyone to take a few moments on Sept. 11 to remember and honor those who lost their lives that day.”

Any questions about the event can be directed to East Bridgewater Police at 508-378-7223 or East Bridgewater Fire at 508-378-2071.

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