There is a dedication ceremony this afternoon at which the Exit 5 overpass on Route 6 will be re-named in honor of local first responders.
The state officially dedicates the Route 149 overpass as the “First Responders Appreciation Overpass.”
Among the many who will be on hand at the ceremony is Yarmouth Police Chief Frank Frederickson who will lead a moment of silence in honor of slain K9 Sgt. Sean Gannon.
Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito will represent the administration at the event which begins at 2 p.m.