Seekonk to Observe Sept. 11 Anniversary

Please join the town of Seekonk and Seekonk Schools in commemorating the 11th anniversary of the terrible loss this nation suffered from the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, Sept. 13th at 6 p.m. at the Public Safety Complex on Taunton Avenue. 

We will mourn those who lost their lives that day and in subsequent efforts to restore security to this country. We will pay tribute to our courageous public safety employees and veterans and to Seekonk residents who participated in the long and difficult task of cleanup at the World Trade Center site.  

The  and Fire Honor Guard will present the colors and elementary school children will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The invocation and benediction will be given by the Rev. John Amaral. 

The  Brass Ensemble will play under the direction of High School Music Director John Smialek. Speakers will include Sen. James Timilty, Rep. Steven Howitt and Veterans' Agent Seth Bai. In addition, there will be a bagpiper.

Please bring chairs. The area will be sprayed for mosquitoes prior to the event. 

Join us in taking time to remember. We must never forget what happened that day.

For more information, contact Town Clerk Jan Parker at 508-336-2920.