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On Friday evening September 6^th, 2024 members of the Millville Volunteer Fire Company attended the 9/11 Beams of Light, Lighting Memorial Ceremony held at North Division Street and the Boardwalk in Ocean City, Maryland.  Nine MVFC members, led by Deputy Chief Paul Sterling, were in attendance for this event.  The Millville Volunteer Fire Company is honored and humbled to participate in the September 11^th, 2001 remembrance activities hosted by the Ocean City Fire Department. 

Below is the Press Release from the Ocean City Fire Department:

As we approach the 23rd anniversary of September 11, 2001, members of the Ocean City Fire Department invite our community to join us in remembering the lives lost and affected.  We appreciate your support as we come together in remembrance.

Events at the Firefighter's Memorial (North Division Street and the Boardwalk):

1. Lighting Memorial Ceremony - Friday, September 6th, 2024 at 8:00 PM

2. "Remembrance Beams of Light" - September 6th - 11th, 2024, Dusk to Dawn

Our iconic twin beams will illuminate the Ocean City skyline, with "Old Glory" flying from a local fire department's aerial tower.

3. Video Tributes - September 6th - 10th, 2024, 7:00 PM nightly

Family-oriented tributes showcased on the beach movie screen.

4. September 11th Observance - Wednesday, September 11th, 2024

8:46 AM - 10:28 AM: Members of our department will display a large American flag and stand at attention during six "Time Stamp" memorial announcements.

12:00 PM: Annual joint memorial service hosted by Red Knights Chapter #3 and OCFD.

Throughout the tribute, representatives from local area fire departments will be present offering support and information to visitors. This event serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and the importance of unity in the face of tragedy.

We invite residents, visitors, and fellow first responders to join us in this solemn commemoration, reflecting on our nation's resilience and honoring those we lost.

Photos by the Ocean City Fire Department and the MVFC.

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