Sunday, September 11, 2011
We bring you a review of this week in Twinsburg news
We hope that you will take a moment today and reflect on the the great tragedy Sept. 11 embodies. We were all affected in some way, and there are those who have lost loved ones or know someone who was hurt by this tragedy, 10 years ago. Our thoughts and prayers will be with those who lost family or friends on 9/11. It was a pretty busy week here at the Twinsburg Patch and we had many great stories we brought to you over the past seven days. But, we know you might not have had the chance to see them all, so we'll show you some of the bigger stories that we covered: Make sure you check out Twinsburg Patch daily to see the latest news and events in Twinsburg. We have some great stuff coming up this week that you can find out about, so be …
Friday, September 9, 2011
As a chaplain with the Bedford Fire Department, Twinsburg resident Michael Millet spent 10 days counseling rescue workers in the aftermath of 9/11
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Friday, September 9, 2011
Michael Millet is now a chaplain for the Twinsburg Fire Department and pastor at Summit Church in Twinsburg. But on Sept. 11, 2001, then a Twinsburg resident and Bedford Fire Department chaplain, Millet spent 10 days in the wreckage at Ground Zero, counseling rescue workers. In light of the 10-year anniversary of Sept. 11, we sat down with him and talked about his experience.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Also sample the harvest at the Mustard Seed Taste Fair
Take time to Get Out this weekend and appreciate the life you have, while also remembering the tragic events and loss of life in America 10 years ago on Sept. 11. 1. Organic Harvest Taste Fair Where/When: Mustard Seed Market & Cafe, 6025 Kruse Dr., Solon. Saturday, Sept. 10, noon to 4 p.m. Why Go: Sample all the tasty treats of a bountiful season's harvest. Mustard Seed is the largest locally owned retailer of natural and organic products in Northeast Ohio. Live music by the Brick Road Ramblers. Pricing: Entry free and open to the public. 2. September 11 Reflection at Veterans Park Where/When: Veterans Park, 6300 SOM Center Rd., Solon. Park open daily to visitors. Sunday, Sept. 11, 4 p.m. - Interfaith Service Why Go: The park is a place …
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
The special concert will pay tribute to the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001
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- Mitch Cooper
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
As a “solemn remembrance” of the lives lost and affected by the tragic attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Twinsburg will host the Gathering of Remembrance, presented by the Twinsburg Public Library. The event will start Sunday at 2 p.m. and includes a patriotic concert by the Western Reserve Community Band. Several speakers will be on hand including Twinsburg City Council President Gary Sorace, Police Chief Chris Noga, and Library Director Laura Leonard. The VFW 4929 will serve as the honor guard for the day. “I think it’s a form of healing for everyone to remember,” said Leonard. “It really affected all of us.” The Western Reserve Community Band was looking for a venue to play, but because the band has 70 members, the library just wouldn’t do, …
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Twinsburg will officially recognize the Moment of Service and Remembrance on Sept. 11
City council gave unanimous approval to the resolution that recognizes the Moment of Service and Remembrance on Sunday, Sept. 11. Read more on what this means for the city.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Adam Loeser, a 1992 TRHS graduate, is part of a group of California firefighters cycling cross-country for the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks
Adam Loeser, a 1992 Theodore Roosevelt High School graduate, rode into his hometown Tuesday afternoon as part of the "Ride for 9-11" firefighters cycling to New York City for the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. Loeser, now a firefighter in southern California, talked about how his hometown had created one of the grandest welcoming receptions so far for the group, which started its 3,300-mile ride from the West Coast on July 24. Scroll down for continuing coverage, including photos and videos, from Tuesday's event.
City wants to honor those affected by Sept. 11 attacks by joining remembrance ceremony
When Twinsburg City Council meets tonight for a special meeting, the topic won't be the typical legislation. The city wants to express its support of and honor those whose lives that were deeply affected by the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001, by joining the National Moment of Remembrance. The event is in honor of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Mayor Katherine Procop said she heard of this resolution through the National League of Cities and thought it would be a terrific way for Twinsburg to show its support. "I want our residents, safety forces and workers to all realize the administration and council know the impact this had on us all," Procop said. "It's important for us all to gather and commemorate…
Friday, August 19, 2011
We are looking for Twinsburg residents who were directly affected by the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, including the wars and other aftermath of that fateful day
Everyone remembers where they were on Sept. 11, 2001. But in every community across America, there are those who were more directly affected by the terrorist attacks and the confusing decade of war, fear and unrest that has followed. We are looking for those of you in Twinsburg who have felt that effect more closely than most, and we want to share your stories. Telling your stories is the best way locally we can help come to terms with that terrible day and the way it changed our country. Were you there or know someone who was in New York or D.C. that day? Did you go afterwards to help? Did you or someone you know join the military because of the attacks? These are only a small sampling of the ways 9/11 may have affected you. If you have…
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
The Twinsburg Public Library will host two programs in the next few weeks to commemorate September 11 and World War II
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- Beth
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011
The Twinsburg Public Library will be honoring two landmark events in United State's history by hosting A Gathering of Remembrance for September 11 and WWII Reminisces. On Saturday, Sept. 10, at 2 p.m. the Library will host W.E.B. 'Bill' Mason, who was a Lancaster bomber pilot in the Royal Air Force. Bill was born in Canada but grew up in Toledo, attending high school and the University of Toledo. When the war started he was a pilot trainee but when he couldn't prove citizenship, he was sent home. He transferred to the British RAF soon after. Come and listen to this natural storyteller reminisce his time during WWII. On Sept. 11 at 2 p.m., Twinsburg Public Library and the Friends of the Twinsburg Library will partner with the Western …
Audrey Kancler
9:12 am on Friday, September 9, 2011
One more idea - attend the second day of Twinsburg's Olde Thyme Fayre, sponsored by the Historical Society and located at 8996 Darrow Rd. (1-5PM) Tour the Society's Museum and Barn, view local homemade items, let the children enjoy simple crafts, try to stay dry in a balloon toss, bring some homemade brownies by 2:30 and enter the "creative brownie" contest. Or, come Saturday (10-5PM) and in … more ›