Westchester County Sept. 11 Ceremony at Kensico Dam

County Executive Robert P. Astorino's remarks focused on the importance of publicly remembering the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The county executive was joined by  family members of some of the 111 Westchester residents who died in the terrorist attacks. Others who participated included Rep. Nita Lowey and members of the Board of Legislators, including Chairman Ken Jenkins.

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Footage courtesy of News 12

The program included a laying of the wreath and reading of the names of Westchester’s 9-11 victims.  The memorial lists the names of the Westchester residents who died and a quote about them from their loved ones. Viewing of the memorial followed the short ceremony.

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