Community marks 9 11 anniversary with events and speakers
Aiken Technical College hosts Aiken Remembers at the Student Activity Center with NYC firefighter Fred Bischoff and police officer Paul Pasquarella among participants. USC Aiken, the Aiken Mall and North Augusta DPS announce commemorations including flag ceremonies, choir performances, candle lighting, and a memorial speech by Mayor pro tem Beverly Clyburn. A new flagpole memorial by the Sertoma Club is dedicated in North Augusta with color guard and Legion representatives in attendance.
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Aiken Technical College
Aiken
New York City
Fred Bischoff
Paul Pasquarella
Jennifer Becker
World Trade Center
Aiken Remembers Committee
Aiken Marine Corps League
USC Aiken
Aiken Mall
North Augusta
Beverly Clyburn
Bush
North Augusta Department of Public Safety
North Augusta Sertoma Club
North Augusta Public Safety Color Guard
Sertoma Club
American Legion
Firefighter recalls 9 11 disaster and losses during tribute
A firefighter from New York City recounts the September 11 attacks as rescue teams dug through six acres of rubble at the World Trade Center site. He notes the loss of 343 colleagues, the six days of 24 hour shifts, and the public support that kept crews going. The survivor, now visiting Aiken, reflects on life and ongoing DNA identifications of the fallen.
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Bischoff
Aiken
New York City
Eleanor and
Fred Krisch
New York
Aiken native recalls Sept 11 impact in New York City
Aiken native Becker, now in New York with Siemens, describes the day she escaped from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. She recounts the company's response, the death of Randy Drake, and her own life changes amid grief, resilience, and a shift toward frugality and a gentler urban life.
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Aiken
New York City
World Trade Center No. 1
Becker
Seimens
New Jersey
Manhattan
Seventh Ave
Randy Drake
Randy
World Trade Center
Cantor Fitzgerald
Recollections of Sam Erb on Downtown Ashbury News
SAM ERB owner of the West side Bowery recalls his restaurant not yet open when the attacks in New York City occurred. He notes crowds from downtown businesses with no televisions gathered to watch the coverage as his bar filled with people.
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Sam Erb
Westside Bowery
New York City
Erb
Widespread Reflection After World Trade Center Attacks
David Caver recalls where he was during the 9 11 attacks at the World Trade Center. He describes disbelief and a desire for unity as the nation sought to understand casualties and seek healing. He notes a shift toward closer national solidarity and renewed purpose.
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David Caver
Supe
Area 1
Pat Cunning Reflects On 9 11 While Voting In Aiken
Pat Cunning, an Aiken City Council member, voted early on September 11, 2001, then heard of the World Trade Center collapse. He said the election became secondary to concerns for those affected, while others spoke of outrage, disbelief, and renewed vigilance about freedoms.
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Pat Cunning
Aiken
Regions Bank
Twin Towers
Cunning
New York
Pennsylvania
Aiken County
Danning
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