09/03/2026
Twenty five years ago, our nation endured a day that forever changed the course of history. Though a quarter of a century has passed, the memories, the heroes, and the sacrifices of that day remain deeply embedded in our hearts.
We must never forget the thousands of innocent lives lost, the brave first responders who ran toward danger, and the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others and to our great nation.
The members of the CTVFC have gathered every year since 9/11/2001 to raise the flag over Route 19 in front of the Park Station on the morning of September 11th to honor all who lost their lives during the attacks.
All members, their families, and the general public are welcome to join us as we raise the flag. Sunrise is at 6:56 AM on September 11th. We will gather at sunset to lower the flag. Sunset on September 11, 2026, will be at 7:37 PM.
Throughout the morning, we will also observe six moments of silence and the sounding of taps marking the key events of 9/11:
• 8:46 a.m.: Hijackers deliberately crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into floors 93 through 99 of the North Tower.
• 9:03 a.m.: Hijackers deliberately crashed United Airlines Flight 175 into floors 77 through 85 of the South Tower.
• 9:37 a.m.: Hijackers deliberately crashed American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon, near Washington, D.C.
• 9:59 a.m.: The South Tower collapsed.
• 10:03 a.m.: After learning of the other attacks, passengers on United Airlines Flight 93 launched a counterattack on hijackers aboard their plane to try to seize control of the aircraft. In response, the hijackers crashed the plane into an empty field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
• 10:28 a.m.: The North Tower collapsed, leaving the 16-acre World Trade Center site in ruins and collateral damage affecting all adjacent properties and streets. The rescue effort commenced immediately.
The public is welcome to stop by the Park fire station at any time to visit our 9/11 memorial, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Thank you for helping us remember, honor and reflect on the lives lost and the heroes that responded that day.
To help teach those who were not around 25 years ago, below is a link to some educational resources, with a family guide, teachers guide and education and support for early childhood guide:
For Kids: Remembering 9/11. An Educational Series for Kids, Teachers & Families: Commemorating 25 Years (The Secret List)
All, Please take time to check this out and pass it on to teachers and parents of young people. It features many, including FDNY Commissioner & Chief of Department Sal Cassano (Ret) - and it is excellent. And….it is NO COST thanks to the NFFF & the noted sponsors of this…