Good morning, Bangor.

Six Mainers killed in the Sept.

11 attacks are remembered at the Ground Zero memorial pools in New York City, where their names honor residents from Lewiston, Portland, Gorham, Gray, and Lubec.

Belmont Fire Department held its annual 9/11 memorial at its station on 9/11, adding a local tribute to honor the fallen—its adjustments mark a special 25th anniversary following a fatal explosion and fire in Searsmont.

Mark Rediker, a former firefighter, attended the event.

Freeport and Lewiston held memorial ceremonies on Friday to mark 25 years since the 9/11 attacks (with original beams on display and educational sessions for younger generations).

Local officials noted lasting changes in national security and aviation since 2001.

Bangor first responders gathered at Central Fire Station on Friday morning for a 9/11 memorial honoring those lost nearly 25 years ago.

Fire and police leaders spoke about the sacrifices and a signal of three bell rings marked the tribute — a reminder of unwavering duty.

Bangor International Airport held a remembrance ceremony on Friday to mark the 25th anniversary of Sept.

11, 2001 — the event added special elements such as white roses and a two-part 'On the Fly' podcast honoring former manager Marianne MacFarlane, who was aboard United Flight 175.

Cooper Flagg and his cousin Tyler are opening Flagg Trading Co. in downtown Bangor today at 10 a.m. at 35 Main St, where the store will offer autographed sports cards and collectibles and plans to launch an online shop for both new and seasoned collectors.

The University of Maine held a 9/11 memorial ceremony with local fire + police departments as President Ferrini-Mundy and Deputy Fire Chief Hardison spoke and nearly 3,000 flags honored each victim of the attacks, stressing the importance of passing history on to new first responders.

Bangor High School JROTC held its annual ceremony Friday morning at the Waterfront to honor those lost on Sept.

11, including six Mainers, with taps, a 21 rifle salute, a wreath-laying and remarks by retired captain Troy Blare (from the Bangor Fire Department) who recalled the heroism of that day.

Bangor High School principal Paul Butler was promoted to assistant superintendent at a Thursday meeting (as the school department prepares its new strategic plan).

The school will be managed by assistant principals Brian Doyle and Tim Reed until a permanent principal is hired.

Bangor High School JROTC hosted its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony Friday morning on the waterfront.

Cadets and community members took part in lowering the flag, laying a wreath, and a 21-gun salute & Taps, with retired fire captain Troy Lare sharing his memories.