Punta Gorda police

An entire generation has grown up since 9/11 that possesses no firsthand memories of that morning. To ensure that the lives lost, courage displayed and lessons learned will continue to be remembered, the Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda is observing the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by bringing together veterans, first responders, community leaders, and the public.

Punta Gorda Police Chief Tom Lewis has been fired by City Manager Howard Kunik. Lewis has been on paid leave since last February, when he was charged with…