Bronx leaders, families honor 9/11 victims at Lou Gehrig Plaza on 25th anniversary
On Monday, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson hosted “Lest We Forget,” a remembrance ceremony at Lou Gehrig Plaza marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Gary Axelbank, BronxTalk host, led the ceremony, setting a tone for what the event would be: a recognition of the 150 Bronxites, civilians and first responders…
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