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Fall River marks 24th anniversary of Sept. 11 at Battleship Cove
Summary
Community leaders, clergy and first responders gathered at Battleship Cove to remember the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, hear reflections and conduct ceremonial honors including a wreath presentation, a 21‑gun salute and the release of doves.
Fall River marked the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks at a remembrance ceremony at Battleship Cove that brought together municipal leaders, clergy, first responders, Gold Star families and community volunteers.
The ceremony included the national anthem sung by Rachel Raposa, an invocation by clergy, remarks from Chris Nardi of Battleship Cove, remarks by Sen. Roberts (as identified in the ceremony), Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan and Fall River Fire Department Chief Bacon, a wreath presentation, a 21‑gun salute from the Battleship Massachusetts and a dove release by the Demaris family.
The event combined readings,…
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