McKee hosts 9/11 remembrance ceremony at State House

September 11, 2022 11:23 am

Sam LaFrance,

Gov. Dan McKee shared this photo of the state's 9/11 remembrance ceremony, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Gov. Dan McKee hosted a ceremony at the Rhode Island State House Sunday to remember those who lost their lives during the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

“We as a nation will never forget September 11, 2001. Today, we continue to honor those we lost and show our support for their families,” the governor wrote in a tweet.

McKee ordered that United States and Rhode Island flags be flown at half staff throughout the weekend at all state buildings. He also encouraged Rhode Islanders to fly their flags the same way as a sign of respect.

“We will forever remember the courage we saw on that day – firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, first responders, and everyday Americans banding together in acts of incredible heroism,” the governor wrote in a statement.

This is a photo of a Sept. 11 memorial unveiled at the Rhode Island State House, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022. (WLNE)

Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos explained the importance of remembering the tragic day, saying in part, “It is our sacred duty to ensure that coming generations understand both the tremendous grief and unbreakable national unity evoked by each passing anniversary of Sept. 11th.”

For a full list of Sept. 11 remembrance events, click here.