Sherwood Island State Park in Westport offers a view of the New York City skyline on a clear day. However, eight years ago this week, people there watched in the distance as smoke and debris filled the sky.
Tonight (9/9/09) lawmakers and residents gathered at that spot for the annual 9/11 memorial service to remember those from Connecticut killed in the terrorist attacks. As this event takes place, New York City leaders are preparing for it's annual ceremony on Friday, 9/11/09.
It is hard to believe eight years have passed. Just after the attacks, I remember walking near the area amazed at how buildings blocks away were covered in soot. Businesses were closed and the area wasn't recognizable.
Over the years I have watched progress take place. I have read the praises and the criticisms. I've written a few words myself for this blog over the past three years.
If you haven't visited recently, here are some pictures of what the site looks like now. I took this picture Wednesday night as Connecticut held it's ceremony in Westport. (Hint- it was taken from the upstairs of the Burger King near the site. You can't see the construction from the street.)
This picture was taken last week from the roof top of a building on Broadway.
To follow the progress of the national memorial, check out this website.
You'll also find pictures to compare pre-9-11, now and the future. Be sure to tune into News 12 Connecticut Friday morning. We will carry the ceremony live from NYC.
Heather Kovar
HRKovar@News12.com
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