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Grafton To Solemnly Reflect on 9/11
The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 10 a.m.
GRAFTON, MA — The Grafton Fire Department will host a 9/11 Commemoration at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11, at Station 1, located at 26 Upton Street.
The ceremony will begin with a moment of silence, according to Grafton Fire Capt. Michael Killeen.
The event will continue with:
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- Ringing Bell 5-5-5-5
- Lowering station flag to half-mast
- 1 minute of complete silence
- Ringing Bell 5-5-5-5
- Raising the flag
- Returning to service
"It is not as elaborate as we would have hoped for due to the pandemic," Killeen said, "but we are looking forward to honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice."
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