9/11 memorial services being held in Syracuse, DeWitt, Cicero
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Former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner and other city officials observed a moment of silence at a 9/11 ceremony in 2016.
Tuesday marks the 17th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Here are some of the memorial services being held in the Syracuse area to honor the victims:
Syracuse
What: The Syracuse police and fire honor guard will be present at a candle lighting ceremony in downtown Syracuse, according to Syracuse.com. Attendees will observe a 17-minute moment of silence from 8:46 a.m. to 9:03 a.m., representing the time between the first and second planes striking each of the World Trade Center towers.
Where: Forman Police Park, 700 block of E. Genesee St.
When: 8:30 a.m.
DeWitt
What: The town of DeWitt is hosting a 9/11 memorial service to honor victims of the attacks. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony in the town hall, and the event is open to the public, per Syracuse.com
Where: DeWitt Town Hall, 5400 Butternut Dr.
When: 6:30 p.m.
Cicero
What: The Cicero Fire Department will host a memorial service at its fire station on Brewerton Road.
Where: Cicero Fire Station 1, 8377 Brewerton Road
When: 6 p.m.
Published on September 10, 2018 at 11:16 pm
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