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Utica's Benjamin Walker – Standing Up In Memory of 9/11 at Burrstone and Genesee Streets

Gino Geruntino — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:18:02 +0000

“The day should be never forgotten, because this is a special day.” Benjamin Walker stands at the busy corner of Genesee Street where Burrstone Road becomes the Memorial Parkway, holding up a handmade sign. Earlier in the day, he walked into Rite-Aid and bought a piece of white poster board, because he was tired of [...]

Americans Honor Victims on the 11th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terror Attacks [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:30:24 +0000

In what's become a grim and somber ritual for Americans, citizens will gather Tuesday to mark the 11th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, in which Islamic extremists killed nearly 3,000 people.

Thousands are expected to come together in New York City, Washington, DC and Pennsylvania to pay their respects.

Personal Reflections on 9/11

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:12:58 +0000

Today we remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, which we have come to know as 9/11. For every American, including this one, it was a moment frozen in time. I remember exactly where I was when the news starting pouring in about the attacks on that fateful day. A couple of weeks ago, my wife and I were in New York City and visited the 9/11 Memorial at Ground Zero.

Remembering 9-11 – How Much is Enough

Tad Pole — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:47:02 +0000

For the last 10 years, radio stations throughout the country commemorate the anniversary of 9/11. With 2011 marking the 10 year anniversary, there were even more ceremonies and memorials on the air. This year, how do you think we should remember?

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Deadline This Week for 911 Applications

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:05:52 +0000

If you’re interested in applying for a future position as a 911 dispatcher, the deadline is tomorrow. According to our sister station WIBX: “Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente is reminding potential applicants that the deadline to apply to be a 911 Dispatch Operator is quickly-approaching. Wednesday, March 28, 2012 is the last day to apply [...]

A Look Back At TV Coverage of 9/11

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 13:00:53 +0000

Those of us tuning in to TV news on that tragic September 11th Tuesday morning, were relying on anything we could see and hear from the TV coverage for information. During the first few minutes of the 9/11 attacks, no one knew exactly what was taking place.

Was that first plane crash into one of the World Trade Center Towers an accident or an intentional attack? The TV media couldn't answer that question until minutes later, when the second plane hit the other Twin Tower, and then more and more details were unfolding before our very eyes.

My Memories of 9/11

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 15:00:54 +0000

September 11, 2001 is one of those dates frozen in time, and one of the only events in American history simply known by its date...9/11. I recall exactly where I was when the news came in. I was working in advertising, and as I was beginning my work day in my Clinton office, I got a phone call from a friend who said, "Are you watching TV? Did you see what happened a few minutes ago in New York City?"