SALISBURY, Md. - City leaders, first responders and neighbors gathered on Friday to remember the lives lost in the attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001.
The event began with the singing of the National Anthem, and the Honor Guard held a presentation of colors.
Salisbury Fire Chief Rob Frampton, Police Chief Dave Meienschein, City Mayor Randy Taylor, and State Senator Mary Beth Carozza gave remarks about those who sacrificed their lives on that day, 25 years ago. Rob Frampton tells WBOC that this day means a lot to him.
“We never want to forget and we always keep them at the forefront of our minds each and every day,” he says. “But on 9/11, we take an extra special moment to celebrate and honor them.”
Around 8:46 a.m., the ceremonial bell rang 25 times, marking the exact time when the first tower was struck at the World Trade Center.
Later on in the ceremony, attendees were introduced to a singular dogwood tree in front of the fire department. This is one of 25 trees that will be planted, each representing one year since the devastating events. A sign next to the first tree reads, “This dogwood tree was dedicated on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001 to honor the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the unbreakable spirit that binds us.”
To close the ceremony, the Fire Department’s Deputy Chief of Operations Chris O’Barsky played “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes as a musical reflection. Everyone was dismissed shortly after. O’Barsky says has played the bagpipes for around 15 to 16 years. He says he is honored to play for this occasion.
“For me to have something that I can give back to the service and to those who lost their lives that day, it's a pretty good honor for me to do that.”
