The Somerset County 25/250 Celebration

09/11/2026

Today we remember.

If you cannot make the ceremonies at the Flight 93 National Memorial, you can use the live stream link below.

Ceremonies times at 8:30AM and 1:00PM

Flight 93 National Memorial will honor the 40 passengers and crew m...

09/10/2026

If you cannot join us in person, you can still honor the 40 passengers and crew members of Flight 93 virtually.

️Morning Observance: 8:30 a.m. EST
Afternoon Ceremony: 1:00 p.m. EST

Both ceremonies will be livestreamed, giving us all an opportunity to pause, remember, and honor the courage and sacrifice of those aboard Flight 93.

Watch the Morning Observance and Afternoon Ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXd0V-EFo9M

Where will you be on the 25th Observance of the September 11 attacks?

If you cannot join us in person, you can still honor the 40 passengers and crew members of Flight 93 virtually.

️Morning Observance: 8:30 a.m. EST
Afternoon Ceremony: 1:00 p.m. EST

Both ceremonies will be livestreamed, giving us all an opportunity to pause, remember, and honor the courage and sacrifice of those aboard Flight 93.

Watch the Morning Observance and Afternoon Ceremony here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXd0V-EFo9M

09/04/2026

Five Days. One Community.

25/250 was more than a celebration. It was a reflection of who we were, who we are, and who we will continue to be.

Twenty-five years ago, Somerset County was called upon in a way no community could ever prepare for - and when that call came, Somerset County stepped up.

Our first responders answered. Our neighbors opened their doors. Our community showed up for strangers who quickly became family. In the midst of an unimaginable tragedy, Somerset County became part of a story that would forever be woven into the history of our nation.

This summer, 25/250 gave us the opportunity to reflect on that legacy while celebrating the community that has continued to carry it forward.

And now, as September 11 approaches and we stand in the wake of the 25th anniversary of that day, we remember why gathering together meant so much.

We honor the 40 passengers and crew members of Flight 93 whose courage and sacrifice changed the course of history. We honor the first responders, families, volunteers and community members who answered the call in the days, months and years that followed. And we honor a community that continues to understand the importance of showing up for one another.

Twenty-five years later, that spirit is still here.

It is in our neighbors.
It is in our volunteers.
It is in our first responders.
It is in the people who choose, every day, to make Somerset County a place worth calling home.

25/250 reminded us that while history may bring a community together, it is what we choose to do afterward that defines us.

We remember where we’ve been.
We honor those who brought us here.
And together, we carry their legacy forward.

This is Somerset County.
And this is who we will continue to be.

Thank you so much to Skene 19 Films for capturing the true heart of Somerset County.

Somerset Inc. Laurel Arts Somerset Area School District The Somerset Historical Center Somerset Regional Volunteer Fire Department Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial

09/01/2026

Consider this your sign that we’re not done talking about 25/250 just yet. 🇺🇸

Our camera rolls are still FULL, and honestly… there are too many good memories not to share them.

A few weeks ago, Somerset County came together in a way we won’t soon forget. We celebrated. We honored. We remembered. We welcomed visitors. We cheered on our first responders. We filled our streets, parks and gathering places with neighbors, families, volunteers and friends.

And we made a whole lot of memories along the way.

As we turn the calendar to September and prepare to mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, these photos feel even more meaningful.

Because 25/250 was never only about a few days in August.

It was about remembering where we’ve been, honoring the people who serve, celebrating the community we call home and recognizing the unique place Somerset County holds in our nation’s story.

So, before we move forward, we’re taking another look back. ❤️

Swipe through a BIG 25/250 photo dump and tell us in the comments: What’s one moment from the celebration you’ll always remember?

And stick around. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing more memories, stories and moments of remembrance as Somerset County prepares to honor 25 years since September 11, 2001.

This is America’s County. 🇺🇸

09/01/2026

Please join us in thanking the wonderful team at Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial. We are so grateful for their support of our 25/250.

Follow their page for more information on what they do

👥 Behind every visitor experience at Flight 93 National Memorial is a dedicated team working together to care for this special place.

📅 During National Park Week, we’re highlighting the people behind the scenes who help ensure that the stories of the passengers and crew of Flight 93 continue to be remembered and honored, today and for generations to come.

🪴From our rangers, interns, volunteers and maintenance staff to our partners, the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial it takes a dedicated team to care for this special place. This crew and many others from the National Park Service are preparing the memorial for the 25th Observance of September 11, 2001.

To learn more about the September 11 Observance, visit https://www.nps.gov/flni/planyourvisit/sept11observance.htm

09/01/2026

Do you have a pollinator garden? Register it today using the link below!

🌿 We’re up to 193 of 250 registered Monarch Waystations across America’s Laurel Highlands!

Do you have a pollinator garden? Register it today—and help us reach our goal by spreading the word to friends in Cambria, Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties. 🦋
Brandywine Conservancy’s Penguin Court preserve in Westmoreland County, and the Westmoreland Pollinator Partners are spearheading the initiative to certify 250 properties in the Laurel Highlands as Monarch Waystations to celebrate America's 250th! Together, we’re creating more places for monarchs and other pollinators to thrive!

Learn more and register:
https://discoverwestmoreland.com/goal-of-250-new-monarch-waystations-in-americas-laurel-highlands/

08/13/2026

There are moments from 25/250 that we won’t soon forget and the firemen's procession to the Flight 93 National Memorial was certainly one of them.

On August 7, participating fire companies departed from the Somerset Regional Fire Department, making their way along Route 281 to Route 30 before arriving together at the Flight 93 National Memorial.

The sight of fire apparatus processing through Somerset County was a powerful reminder of the service, sacrifice and commitment that connect our communities.

Upon arriving at the memorial, a flag service was held to honor firefighters and recognize those who have answered the call to serve - both past and present.

To every fire company that participated, and to everyone who lined the route to witness this special moment: thank you for being part of 25/250 and helping us honor our heroes in a place that holds such profound meaning for our community and our nation.

Five days. One community. Moments we’ll remember for years to come. 🇺🇸

08/11/2026

Is anyone else still in awe of the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon’s performance?

From closing out our Opening Ceremony in the Somerset Area High School gymnasium to standing before the Wall of Names at the Flight 93 National Memorial, their precision, discipline, and presence were unforgettable.

Thank you to the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon for being part of this historic week in Somerset County. 🇺🇸