Hudson – Fire Chief John Blood salutes as the American flag is lowered and folded by firefighters during a dedication ceremony at Hudson Fire Department Headquarters held Sept. 11. In addition to Blood, speakers at the ceremony included State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Acton; State Rep. Kate Hogan, D-Stow; Board of Selectmen Chair James Vereault; Police Chief Richard Braga; and firefighters Judy Rice and Bryan Johannes. Photos/Ed Karvoski Jr.
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Firefighters and National Guardsmen unveil the World Trade Center (WTC) Steel Memorial during a well-attended dedication ceremony at Hudson Fire Department Headquarters Sept. 11. A 1,300-pound steel beam, acquired through the WTC Artifacts Program, has been placed on two granite stones with a bronze plaque honoring the victims. Materials for the memorial were donated by area businesses, and it was constructed by Hudson firefighters during volunteered time.