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San Diego Remembers 9/11 with Solemn Events Aboard USS Midway, at USD Kroc School

by City News Service September 11, 2023September 11, 2023

A ceremony at the University of San Diego led remembrances in the San Diego area Monday to honor those lost in the 9/11 terror attacks 22 years ago.

Ammar Campa-Najjar

Ammar Campa-Najjar’s Next Mission Will Be as an Officer in the Navy Reserve

by Chris Jennewein September 1, 2023September 12, 2023

Members of the Veterans Association carry a cluster of flags along the parade route.

‘Salute Our Veterans’: Nominations Open For Awards Honoring SD Vets, Businesses

by Elizabeth Ireland October 21, 2022October 21, 2022

Pearl Harbor survivor Stu Hedley joked that he was turning 89 next month before telling people to transpose the number to 98.

Stu Hedley Dies at 99: Pearl Harbor Survivor Stayed Alert, Never Lost Faith

by Ken Stone August 4, 2021August 5, 2021

A veteran waves to spectators in a Veterans Day

Socially Distanced Boats, Navy Parachutists Replace Parade for Veterans Day

by Chris Stone November 11, 2020January 19, 2021

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USS Midway Reopens on Wednesday with Extensive Virus Safety Measures

by Hoa Quach June 30, 2020July 1, 2020

Rear Adm. Bette Bolivar, commander of Navy Region Southwest, tosses a wreath from the USS Midway into San Diego Bay. Photo by Chris Stone

Memorial Day Rites Like None Before — But with Same San Diego Spirit

by Chris Stone May 25, 2020May 26, 2020

Greg Cox

Supervisor Cox Unveils Mental Health Initiatives in Final State-of-The-County Address

by Chris Jennewein February 20, 2020February 20, 2020

Yachtsmen of the Year award winner at USS Midway awards ceremony.

U.S. Yachtsman, Yachtswoman of the Year Collect Awards on USS Midway

by Ken Stone February 7, 2020

Navy vs. Wisconsin in Battle on the Midway

Navy Loses ‘Battle on the Midway,’ But Wrestling Fan Dad Sees Victory at Sea

by Ken Stone November 1, 2019November 3, 2019

A surfboard with photos of the firemen who died on Sept. 11, 2001, and a “We Will Never Forget” seal was on display at the Midway ceremony.

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‘Never Forget 9/11,’ But on Midway FDNY Veterans Fear Many Will

by Chris Stone September 11, 2019September 12, 2019

President and First Lady lead moment of silence

San Diego Events to Solemnly Mark 18th Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

by Chris Jennewein September 11, 2019September 11, 2019

Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt speaks to a crowd of hundreds aboard the USS Midway before the screening of "Captain Marvel."

First Female Fighter Pilot Thrills ‘Captain Marvel’ Fans at USS Midway Screening

by Chris Stone September 6, 2019September 7, 2019

Emerson Albright of San Diego, a new Navy enlistee, holds the hands of Battle of Midway veteran Ervin "Judge" Wendt during a passing of the torch anniversary ceremony.

77 Years On, Battle of Midway Veterans Pass Duty Torch to 3 Young Enlistees

by Chris Stone June 2, 2019June 3, 2019