Patch Asks: Where Were You on September 11?

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Today marks the 11th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11, and people around the region, the country and the world will be remembering that day in a variety of ways. Many people can recall exactly where they were and what they were doing when they heard about the attacks. Today, Needham Patch wants to hear your story. Where were you on 9/11? Do you remember how you first heard the news? What were you doing? What was your reaction to the news? And how do the events of that day continue to impact your life today? Tell us your memories and stories in the comments below. And click on the PDF at right to read Needham Patch Local Editor Becca Manning's memories of the 2001 attacks.

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Week in Review: Sept. 11 to 17

From 9/11 ceremonies to the Lexington Symphony.

This week was bookended with busy-ness. Things started on Sunday, with a couple of stunning 9/11 ceremonies to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, the day terrorists used planes to attack America. In the morning at Lexington Fire Headquarters, speakers reflected on how the heroism of first responders that day galvanized a nation and carried it though crisis – and how the country would do well to remember that now. Sunday evening brought an interfaith ceremony on the Battle Green, where more than 500 attendees gathered in hope and unity. Monday began meter readings, according to an announcement from the Department of Public Works, and was the official, public unveiling of the town’s new Code Red emergency notification …

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About Town: Tuesday Town Manager's Report

With a few Selectmen's items thrown into the mix.

The Board of Selectmen started at 6 p.m. last night for a joint meeting with the Planning Board. Thankfully, the Board of Selectmen’s meeting started a little after 7 p.m. Selectmen Chairman Hank Manz thanked Police Chief Mark Corr for inviting them to the Lexington Police Station last week to see and touch the Stanley Cup. Hank’s picture was fuzzy, so take a look at the great shots Patrick took. Hank also thanked the Lexington Fire Department for hosting the Sunday morning’s Sept. 11 memorial service and spoke of the 450 to 500 people (I think there were more) who attended the evening Battle Green Interfaith service.   He especially thanked the Department of Public Works employees for moving 250 chairs from St. Brigid’s to the Battle …

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Remembering September 11

Question of the Day: How Did You Commemorate 9/11?

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The events of Sept. 11, 2001 were impossible to ignore on that day, 10 years ago, when terrorists used plane to attack Americans on American soil. And they were almost as impossible to ignore yesterday, Sept. 11, 2011, when images of 9/11 were seemingly everywhere -- from local ceremonies to TV specials to street-corner conversations to the caps worn by coaches stalking sidelines on the NFL season's first Sunday. Two 9/11 remembrance ceremonies were held yesterday in Lexington. The first was a morning ceremony at Lexington Fire Headquarters and the second was an interfaith gathering Sunday evening on the Battle Green.  Messages of hope, unity, remembrance and honor were conveyed at these local ceremonies and gatherings like them held all …

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Remembering September 11

PHOTOS: 9/11 Ceremony at LFD

Firefighters past and present preached the importance of remembering forever the actions and selflessness of those who responded first after terrorists attacked the Twin Towers and Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.

Speaking about remembering a day Americans pledged never to forget, Lexington firefighters past and present reflected on those who responded first after terrorists attacked the Twin Towers on Sept. 11, 2001 and how their heroism galvanized a nation and carried it though crisis. “Each generation has its tragic event that you remember where you were and what you were doing when it happened,” said Lt. Kenneth Tremblay of the Lexington Fire Department. “Whether it’s Dec. 7, 1941, the day Kennedy was shot, the Challenger accident, you never forget. Well, Sept. 11, 2001, is our generational event, where I’m sure everyone remembers that day and where they were.” Sunday morning’s 9/11 remembrance ceremony was held at the Firefighters Memorial. It …

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A Host of Local Ceremonies Planned for Sept. 11

A look at what area towns are doing to commemorate the anniversary.

The events of Sept. 11, 2001 had far-reaching ramifications and have affected many lives over the last 10 years. In honor of those who were lost and those who lost someone on that day, several local communities are commemorating Sept. 11 with various ceremonies. In Lexington, the Fire Department and Lexington Interfaith Clergy Association will hold remembrance ceremonies. The morning ceremony, at 9:30 a.m. at the firefighters monument, will feature a keynote address by state Sen. Ken Donnelly, D-Arlington, a former Lexington Fire Lieutenant. And, in the evening, the faith communities of Lexington, representing many traditions, will gather at the Battle Green at 6 p.m. to host a remembrance gathering themed "Hope from Our Hearts." The town …

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2:35 pm on Sunday, September 11, 2011

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PHOTOS: Images of 9/11

A look at some of the local residents affected by 9/11.

While most Massachusetts residents watched in sadness as the events of Sept. 11, 2001 unfolded before their eyes on television, others felt the heartbreak in more personal ways. The above photos look at some of those affected by the attacks 10 years ago.

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