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.