Memorials and volunteer events throughout our area are marking the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks and honoring the nearly 3,000 people who died that day.

Congress officially designated Sept. 11 to be known as Patriot Day each year.

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Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has ordered all American and state flags to be lowered to half staff on Thursday at all public buildings.

Berks County

Reading's 9/11 Memorial Service

Event starts at 9 a.m.

Located at the Sept. 11 "Memorial Tree" in City Park near Constitution Boulevard and Hill Road

Alvernia University's annual 9/11 Memorial

Event starts at Noon

Located at the school's Judge Hall Patio at 400 Saint Bernardine Street in Reading

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