New York City marks 25 years since 9/11 attacks
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New York City will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks with a series of ceremonies and events honoring the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 2001 attacks and the subsequent deaths of first responders and others from related health issues.
The commemorations will include a private ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial where families of victims will read the names of those lost, as well as public vigils, sporting tributes, and the return of the “Tribute in Light”, two beams of light projected into the Manhattan sky.
This year’s remembrance will include a seventh moment of silence to honor those who died in the years following the attacks from illnesses and injuries sustained during rescue, recovery, and cleanup efforts at Ground Zero. The New York Fire Department (FDNY) will hold central roles in the ceremonies, remembering the 343 firefighters who died responding to the World Trade Center, with both private and public events planned across the city.
Beyond the formal ceremonies, New York Yankees and New York Mets will play a game at Yankee Stadium, and a comedy benefit show will be held at Madison Square Garden to raise money for charities supporting those affected by 9/11. The city has also designated September 11th as a Day of Remembrance and Service, encouraging community involvement and volunteer opportunities, recognizing that the impacts of the day continue to affect residents and future generations.
