Volume 28 • Issue 37 hammontongazette . com Wednesday , September 11 , 2024
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BY CRAIG RICHARDS GAZETTE PUBLISHER
HAMMONTON — Wednesday , September 11 marks the 23rd anniversary of the tragic attack on America . On that fateful day , more than 3,000 lives were lost , including more than 750 New Jersey residents .
Several communities across the Garden State will commemorate that day with solemn observations of remembrance . Locally one organization continues their annual observation started on September 11 , 2002 .
Hammonton Independent Volunteer Fire Company No . 2 has been displaying red , white and blue lights on the exterior
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Harbor Freight : ‘ We will make it right ’
BY KRISTIN GUGLIETTI GAZETTE STAFF WRITER
HAMMONTON — The Planning Board approved Harbor Freight Tools amended site plan application with two C variances , one for lot coverage and the other for the elimination of three parking spaces during the September 4 meeting at town hall .
Harbor Freight Tools located at 30 N . White Horse Pike has to meet the conditions set forth in the Adams , Rehmann and Heggan Associates ( ARH ) report dated August 26 .
Representatives from Harbor Freight Tools were previously at the August 21 Planning Board meeting , but were asked
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Annual remembrance observation continues in Hammonton
of their building each year on September 11 since the attacks in 2001 . The company ’ s yearly acknowledgment of that day is more than an annual memorial .
“ Our simple display serves as a powerful visual tribute , helping to honor and remember . It engages the community , fosters reflection and preserves the memory of those affected . For the 25th anniversary in 2026 we plan to once again host the full-scale drive through display ,” Lt . Joe Lizza said .
The period following the attacks of September 11 was marked by increased displays of patriotism in the US . The antiterrorism bill passed in October 2001 was named the PATRIOT Act . Congress declared September 11 Patriots ’ Day in December of 2001 .
Several moments of silence historically occur on Patriots ’ Day including the following :
8:46 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time AA Flight 11 struck North Tower )
9:03 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time UA Flight 175 struck South Tower )
9:37 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time AA Flight 77 struck the Pentagon )
9:59 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time of fall of the South Tower )
10:03 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time UA Flight 93 crashed near Shanksville
10:28 a . m . - Moment of silence ( observance of time of fall of the North Tower )
In 2002 , 9 out of 10 Americans classified international terrorism as a critical threat to the United States . As of 2022 , a survey by Pew Research had reported that number had declined significantly to 6 out of 10 Americans .
The events of September 11 , 2001 , have left an indelible mark in the memories of many in the country . In a 2022 Pew Research poll , 93 percent of Americans 30 and older say they still remember exactly where they were on September 11 , 2001 .
to come back with someone who can answer questions about operations .
“ Dear Mr . [ Joseph ] McGroarty , As you know the Joint Land Use Board decided to postpone this application to the following meeting due to inconsistencies due to numerous outstanding issues . Our office has prepared a list of outstanding items that the Applicant is required to conform in accordance with the previous Resolution ( 05-23ZB ). There will be additional conditions imposed if the Board decides to grant the requested amended approval ,” the ARH letter written by town engineer Mark
See PLANNING , Page 4
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St . Joseph Academy began the 2024-25 school year in sessions with freshman beginning August 28 and the rest of students starting August 29 . On September 3 all students began together . See inside for more photos from St . Joseph Academy , Little Cubs Preschool and READ Preschool .
Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson addresses concerns on mosquito spraying
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