Newport News to Hold Annual 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony at CNU

Newport News to Hold Annual 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony at CNU
NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 11: New York City firefighters and journalists stand near the area known as Ground Zero after the collapse of the Twin Towers September 11, 2001 in New York City.

Newport News, VA — Newport News Public Safety will host its annual ceremony to honor the lives lost and affected by the September 11, 2001, attacks. The ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Monday, September 11, at the Gaines Theatre on the campus of Christopher Newport University (CNU).

New CNU President William Kelly is set to give the opening remarks, and Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones will serve as the keynote speaker. The Newport News Fire Department and Newport News Sheriff’s Office will also be in attendance.

The public is warmly invited to be part of this significant remembrance event.