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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

â€œThe day should be never forgotten, because this is a special day.â€ 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.

September 11th Tribute Music

Polly Wogg — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:32:39 +0000

Can you believe its been 11 years since the world stopped turning? It seems like yesterday we were attacked by terrorists. Let us not forget the first responders who rushed to the scene at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the people who lost their lives on that fateful day and the men and women in uniform who fight for our freedom everyday.

Here are several tribute songs to remember the day, the people and how our lives have changed since.

WTC: 9/11 Museum Opening Delayed but Agreement Reached

Polly Wogg — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 11:46:18 +0000

The 9/11 Museum, once slated to open today, the 11th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, has been delayed due to disagreements between the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the National 9/11 Museum and Memorial Foundation. But, late Monday New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and New York Governor Andrew [...]

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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Man Sings 'God Bless USA' 911 Times to Commemorate 11th Anniversary of Sept 11th Attacks

Polly Wogg — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:05:21 +0000

To commemorate the 11th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, a Utah man plans to sing and sing and sing. Alan Foote started his crooning of Lee Greenwood’s ‘God Bless the USA‘ yesterday. He plans to sing the patriotic song 911 times with the last time occurring at 6:40am on September 11th. He’s hoping [...]

Alan Jackson's "Where Were You" Hits #1 On This Day In 2001 [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:00:04 +0000

It was Sunday morning October 28th, a little over a month since the terrorist attacks of September 11, and Alan Jackson was having trouble sleeping. He arose from his bed at 4Am and began writing down the words and music that would become an anthem for all of us who lived through that terrible day. By the time his wife and children returned from Sunday church services later that morning Alan had completed his song. It was called "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" and on this day, December 29, 2001 it became the number one song on the country charts.

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?"

A Look Back at Iconic Images of 9/11/01 [PHOTOS]

Stephanie Berning — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:40:47 +0000

The images that emerged in the hours and weeks following the September 11 terrorist attacks have been imprinted in many of our minds. With the 10-year anniversary of the attacks, we take a look back at some of the more iconic pictures from the attacks. Read Original: A Look Back at Iconic Images of 9/11/01 [...]

What Did 9/11 Look Like From Space? [PICTURE]

Dylan Schenker — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:16:18 +0000

The Twin Towers were enormous buildings and the attacks of 9/11 were of such magnitude that people were able to see the skyline change from neighboring states and camera-equipped satellites were even able to capture the aftermath from space. This photo was taken by an enhanced thematic mapper camera on NASA’s Landsat 8 on at [...]

9/11 Widow Peg Ogonowski Reminisces – And Looks Ahead [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:07:44 +0000

Peg Ogonowski’s late husband, John, was the captain of American Flight 11 — better known as the first plane to hit the World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001.

“It was that moment of before and after,” said Peg, a former flight attendant. “There was my whole life before and then everything changed. It was a real line in my life that there will always be before 9/11 and after 9/11.”

10 Years After Terrorist Attacks, 9/11 Memorial to Open [PHOTOS]

Stephanie Berning — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:39:59 +0000

The Sept. 11 Memorial is set to open exactly 10 years and one day after the planes crashed into the World Trade Center. The 9/11 Memorial will open on September 12, after being dedicated during Sunday’s remembrance ceremony in New York City. The memorial will feature twin reflecting pools and the largest man-made waterfalls in [...]

10 Years Later: Songs About 9/11 [VIDEOS]

Stephanie Berning — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:46:08 +0000

After the terrorist attacks 10 years ago on September 11, the country and world came together to grieve, comfort and find hope. After the collapse of the Twin Towers, artists turned to music to express the array of emotions provoked by the attacks. Artists from all genres — from Bruce Springsteen to Aaron Tippin to The Black Eyed Peas — tackled the event in song. Below are several of the songs written about the attacks and in honor of the victims.

National 9/11 Flag Touring the United States

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:54:03 +0000

After the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center, one of the largest American flags damaged during the attacks continued to fly above the resulting wreckage during the clean-up efforts.

Seven years later, that flag, dubbed the National 9/11 Flag, was sewn back together by tornado survivors in Greensburg, Kansas, and has also been stitched by World War II veterans, survivors of the Ft. Hood, Texas rampage, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s family.

Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning?

Polly Wogg — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 09:55:25 +0000

As the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center and The Pentagon draw near, we want to know where you were on that fateful day. Tell us where you were when the world stopped turning.

Ronnie Dunn Remembers 9-11 [AUDIO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:00:54 +0000

The 10th anniversary of the terrorists attacks on America is coming up this Sunday and a number of country stars are stepping forward to share their memories of that day and the weeks that followed. One of them is Ronnie Dunn is who recalls the impact of the Brooks and Dunn song "Only In America" when it was performed immediately after the tragic events of that day.

Jake Owen Remembers 9-11 [AUDIO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:00:34 +0000

We are approaching the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Just like all of us who were of age at the time Jake Owen remembers exactly where he was and what he was doing on September 11, 2001. Here, Jake shares his recollections of that unforgettable day.

Big Frog 104 Soldier Salutes

Big Frog 104 — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 16:39:59 +0000

Big Frog 104 is saluting service men and women from around Central New York in honor of 9/11. Submit your soldier here and we'll feature them on this page. SSGT. Kenneth J. Ciszek New Yorkk Mills, NY U.S. Army My son, Ken, joined the Army right after 9-11. He has served in Iraq [...]