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• Scotch Plains Mother Remembers Son Matthew Horning 25 Years After 9/11 (patch.com) — Scotch Plains residents are invited into a deeply personal reflection as local mother Diane Horning remembers her son Matthew, who was killed in the 9/11 attacks and never identified. In a message shared through the township's weekly council column, she describes how community support and the Scotch Plains memorial continue to sustain her family 25 years later, even as public memories of that day begin to fade.
• Union Catholic Honors Victims Of 9/11 With 2,977 American Flags, One For Every Life Lost (VIDEO) (tapinto.net) — Union Catholic in Scotch Plains has covered its front lawn with 2,977 American flags, each representing a life lost on 9/11, as part of a memorial and prayer service. Students, staff, and alumni joined to create the display, giving younger residents a powerful, local way to reflect on the attacks' lasting impact.
• Union Catholic Volleyball Squad Wins Home Opener (tapinto.net) — Union Catholic's volleyball team in Scotch Plains opened its home schedule with a straight-set win over Gov. Livingston, staying unbeaten at 2-0. Local players like Ayla Burke, Melanie DeWitt, and Sabrina Capati led a balanced effort that showcased strong serving, setting, and blocking in front of the home crowd.
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