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A bronze plaque to memorialize and honor the four Andover residents who died in the September 11, 2001 was dedicated at Andover's 10th anniversary tribute. Christopher Morrison died in the World Trade Center.  Millie Naiman and flight attendant Betty Ong died when American Airlines Flight 11 hit the Trade Center.  Len Taylor died when American Airlines Flight 77 hit the Pentagon.
*The 4 members of Grimis, guitarist Lyle Brewer, saxaphone player/vocalist David Tanklefsky, drummer Peter Michelinie, and bassist Andy Doherty have been playing together since 1998 when they were in the Doherty Middle School concert band.The band officially formed when they were sophomores in Andover High School in 2001. They played mostly jazz fusion.The group helped out Andover Youth services by organizing comedy nights, hiking trips, and other events. They also helped other bands in booking and promoting their own gigs.  




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*After 6 years together they released an album ''Poets, Assassins, and Shepherds''. That same year they decided to go their separate ways.  
*"Aftermath: Following terrorist attacks in NY and DC, residents hold vigil," ''Andover Townsman'', September 13, 2001, p. 1.


*"Mildred R. Naiman (obituary)," ''Eagle Tribune'', September 18, 2001.


*"Ground zero stuns Andover man," ''Eagle Tribune'', September 19, 2001, p. 1.


*"Ground Zero hits home," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001, p. 1.
*In 2008 they got together again to make a U.S. tour. A good friend and former Andover High classmate, Grant Guliano, created an hour-long documentary of this tour, ''Grimis Tours the States'' and issued their third album ''Grimis''.


*"Local Muslims call terrorists extremists who 'use' religion," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001, p. 5.


*"Gertrude Alagero 'apple of my eye'," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001.


*"Andover man on Pentagon plane: Hockey buff Lenny Taylor graduated from AHS, Class of '75," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001.
*In 2010 former group members Andrew Doherty, Pete Michelinie and David Tanklefsky went to Kenya with Andover Youth Services founder Bill Fahey to record the album ''I Am the One'' with the students of Margaret Okari School. Many of the school's students were orphaned by AIDS and proceeds from the record went to fund the school. They toured the East Coast in 2010 to promote the new album.


*"Mildred Naiman: Grandmother remembered by friends," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001.


*"Schools told kids 'as much as they could handle'," ''Andover Townsman'', September 20, 2001, p. 21.
*Members of the groups have become sidemen playing with nationally-recognized projects such as Sarah Borges, Broken Singles, Emil & Friends, and Quiet Life. Doherty has spent time recording with the Maasai tribe in Africa. Michelinie has created 17th century style furniture and converted vans to run on vegetable oil. Tanklefsky has worked as a  journalist and  a play-by-play announcer.


*"Andover firefighters pay respects in NYC," ''Andover Townsman'', October 4, 2001, p. 11.


*"Christopher M. Morrison (obituary)," ''Andover Townsman'', October 4, 2001, p. 12.
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*"Family holds Mass for WTC man: Memorial service for Chris Morrison who was on 107th floor," ''Andover Townsman'', October 4, 2001.
 
*"Andover native helping our soldiers," ''Eagle Tribune'', October 9, 2001.
 
*"From anguish to resolve: Pledge of Allegiance returns to schoolrooms," ''Andover Townsman'', October 11, 2001, p. 1.
 
*"Local reservists prepare to head overseas," ''Andover Townsman'', October 11, 2001.
 
*"Reservist is expert on anthrax," ''Andover Townsman'', October 11, 2001.
 
*"Andover soldier severely injured," ''Eagle Tribune'', October 18, 2001, p. 1.
 
*"Following Sept. 11, police finding a balance," ''Andover Townsman'', October 18, 2001, p. 7.
 
*"Outpouring of support for United States in Andover, England," ''Andover Townsman'', October 18, 2001, p. 11.
 
*"Sept. 11 and public schools: High School social studies classes tackle it," ''Andover Townsman'', October 18, 2001, p. 11.
 
*"Strength in numbers: Andover joins nation in reciting the pledge," ''Andover Townsman'', October 18, 2001, p. 19.
 
*"America the beautiful: A concert & tribute," ''Andover Townsman'', October 25, 2001, p. 30.
 
*"Remembering Chris Morrison, one who gave his all," ''Andover Townsman'', October 25, 2001.
 
*"Modest group: Hartman a firefighter of the year," ''Andover Townsman'', November 1, 2001.
 
*"Powder in IRS letter test negative," ''Andover Townsman'', November 1, 2001, p. 1.
 
*"Hometown pals remember Flight 77's Lenny Taylor," ''Andover Townsman'', December 6, 2001, p. 7.
 
*"WTC site: Andover flight attendant remains found," ''Andover Townsman'', March 21, 2002.
 
*"September 11 victim remembered: Central Catholic hosts event in honor of Chris Morrison," ''Andover Townsman'', June 26, 2003, p. 2.
 
*"Day to remember Chris Morrison," ''Andover Townsman'', July 31, 2003.
 
*"Is Andover prepared for terror attack?," ''Andover Townsman'', November 6, 2003.
 
*"Airing of Flight 11 tape shows calm behind terror," ''Eagle Tribune'', January 28, 2004, p. 1.
 
*"Tape of Ong's call recounts critical details," ''Eagle Tribune'', January 28, 2004, p. 2.


*"Message from Flight 11: Flight attendant's voice shows bravery," ''Andover Townsman'', January 29, 2004, p. 1.
*Making Old Town Hall Rock! Apollo Sunshine and Grimis in Concert.(photos) ''Andover Townsman'', 5/25/2006, page 19.


*"Aspiring to help: School of Montessori students work to comfort the families of 9/11 victims," ''Andover Townsman'', February 16, 2006, p. 7.


*"Plaque Remembers Residents Lost on 9/11," ''Andover Townsman,'' February 17, 2011, page 13.
*Grimis Enjoying Competition; Fresh from the Emergenza Music Festival.(second place in regional finals)''Andover Townsman'', 5/25/2006, page 19.


*"5 years removed: 9/11 still powerful for many," ''Andover Townsman'', September 7, 2006, p. 1.


*Gone, But Not Forgotten; a Decade Later, Response to 9/11 Continues at Home and Abroad. (photos of Andover victims) ''Andover Townsman'' Setember 8, 2011, p. 1,4.
*After Six-Year Run, Grimis Prepares its Summer Swan Song. ''Eagle Tribune'', 6/24/2004, page 23.


*Remaining United, 10 Years Later. Residents Fill Memorial Building auditorium for Sept. 11 Memorial. (memorial plaque unveiled at town's Memorial Hall, many photos) ''Andover Townsman'' September 11, 2011, p. 11, 12.  
*Andover Band Embarking on Two-Month US Tour.(release of ''Grimis'', third album, portrait) Andover Townsman, 8/14/2008, page 15.


*Ong Family Returns to Andover to Honor Sister Lost on Sept. 11. Siblings Found NYC Memorial "Appropriate," "Moving". ''Andover Townsman'' September 22, 2011, p.4.


*Building Named After Sept. 11 Hero Set to Open. (Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center in San Francisco) ''Andover Townsman'' June 28, 2012, p.1.
*A Dream Takes Flight-in an Orange '86 Chevy.'' Andover Townsman'', 8/21/2008,page 17.




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*Pacific Coast Clubs Embrace Grimis. Grimis on the Road. ''Andover Townsman'', 9/11/2008,pages 7,8.




*Movie of Grimis Tour Premieres,With Show. ''Andover Townsman'', 12/17/2009, page 6.




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*Grimis Back to Old Stomping Grounds, With a Purpose.(portrait of the group) ''Andover Townsman'', 4/21/2011, page 12.


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  • The 4 members of Grimis, guitarist Lyle Brewer, saxaphone player/vocalist David Tanklefsky, drummer Peter Michelinie, and bassist Andy Doherty have been playing together since 1998 when they were in the Doherty Middle School concert band.The band officially formed when they were sophomores in Andover High School in 2001. They played mostly jazz fusion.The group helped out Andover Youth services by organizing comedy nights, hiking trips, and other events. They also helped other bands in booking and promoting their own gigs.


  • After 6 years together they released an album Poets, Assassins, and Shepherds. That same year they decided to go their separate ways.


  • In 2008 they got together again to make a U.S. tour. A good friend and former Andover High classmate, Grant Guliano, created an hour-long documentary of this tour, Grimis Tours the States and issued their third album Grimis.


  • In 2010 former group members Andrew Doherty, Pete Michelinie and David Tanklefsky went to Kenya with Andover Youth Services founder Bill Fahey to record the album I Am the One with the students of Margaret Okari School. Many of the school's students were orphaned by AIDS and proceeds from the record went to fund the school. They toured the East Coast in 2010 to promote the new album.


  • Members of the groups have become sidemen playing with nationally-recognized projects such as Sarah Borges, Broken Singles, Emil & Friends, and Quiet Life. Doherty has spent time recording with the Maasai tribe in Africa. Michelinie has created 17th century style furniture and converted vans to run on vegetable oil. Tanklefsky has worked as a journalist and a play-by-play announcer.


See

  • Making Old Town Hall Rock! Apollo Sunshine and Grimis in Concert.(photos) Andover Townsman, 5/25/2006, page 19.


  • Grimis Enjoying Competition; Fresh from the Emergenza Music Festival.(second place in regional finals)Andover Townsman, 5/25/2006, page 19.


  • After Six-Year Run, Grimis Prepares its Summer Swan Song. Eagle Tribune, 6/24/2004, page 23.


  • Andover Band Embarking on Two-Month US Tour.(release of Grimis, third album, portrait) Andover Townsman, 8/14/2008, page 15.


  • A Dream Takes Flight-in an Orange '86 Chevy. Andover Townsman, 8/21/2008,page 17.


  • Pacific Coast Clubs Embrace Grimis. Grimis on the Road. Andover Townsman, 9/11/2008,pages 7,8.


  • Movie of Grimis Tour Premieres,With Show. Andover Townsman, 12/17/2009, page 6.


  • Grimis Back to Old Stomping Grounds, With a Purpose.(portrait of the group) Andover Townsman, 4/21/2011, page 12.


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