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Sept. 11 Memorial Service Brings Reflection, Remembrance

Residents and officials gathered Sunday to remember the infamous terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

Westwood town and public safety officials gathered with residents and religious figures at Westwood Town Hall Sunday morning to honor the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

Board of Selectmen Chair Pat Ahearn opened the service at around 8:30 a.m. Sunday with a brief introduction of the Westwood Clergy: Reverend Sheldon C. Keller of , Rabbi Joseph Wildstein of , Deacon Joseph Holderried of , and Pastor Chris Dodge of .

“We gather to remember our devastation on that day, to remember all those who were killed - victims of hatred and violence," Rev. Keller said. "Those who sacrificed their lives or health to rescue others, and all those who have mourned, and continued to mourn their loss."

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Stay tuned Monday morning for more on Sunday's memorial service, including a full photo gallery and video footage.

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