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It’s back to school in Copiague Page 10 VOL. 75 NO. 40
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The story of a cat and its whiskers Page 15 SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 1, 2025
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Lindenhurst students sworn in to represent the student body By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com
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Laurie Anne Creus entertains attendees with a mix of classic and modern songs.
Babylon Village wraps up summer with first Music on the Porch Day By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
Babylon Village ended the summer season on a high note over Labor Day weekend with its first-ever Music on the Porch Day, a global event celebrated annually on Aug. 30 in more than 70 countries and 1,000 cities. The village’s inaugural celebration brought residents outdoors, where neighbors played and enjoyed music from porches across town. Some performed live acoustic sets, while others set up record players to share favorite albums with passersby. The weather cooperated, offering sunny skies and cool breezes for the community event. Susan Filardo was among the residents who participated, setting her record player on her 18th-century porch and playing a Fleetwood Mac vinyl while wearing a David Bowie T-shirt. “I thought it would be fun,” Filardo said. “I’m usually playing my vinyl inside, so I figured I would play it outside today.” She added
that she bought her 1875 home largely because of the porch, which now doubles as a musical stage. Resident Jennifer Davis heard about the event through a village social media post. She hopped on her bike to tour the musical porches around town. “I figured I would take my bike out, get some exercise and enjoy the music,” Davis said. Musician Shannon Hara also joined in, playing flute music for children on her porch, including the Moana hit “How Far I’ll Go.” Her 2-year-old son, Alexander, played with bubbles beside her as young neighbors stopped to listen. “I’m a pre-K teacher, and I thought this would be fun to play for kids and for the neighborhood children to join in,” Hara said. “My wife and my son and I were going for a walk, and this was a nice surprise,” said Andrew McGowan, who passed by with his wife Samantha, their 16-month-old son Lincoln, and their dog Meeka. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
The Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education has selected Katerina Rueb to serve as its ex officio student member for the 2025-2026 school year. The newly formalized position is designed to integrate valuable student insight and input directly into the Board’s decision-making processes. Adam Rodrigues was selected as an alternate. A junior with a weighted GPA over 4.0, Katerina is an active leader within Lindenhurst High School and the broader community. Her extensive involvement includes serving as the treasurer of Academic Recycled Materials and Supplies, the secretary of the Principal Leadership Council, and the recording secretary of the Drama Club. She is also a member of the Lindenhurst Concert Choir, the field hockey team, Key Club, and Lindy Cares. Beyond school, she has been dedicated to local community theater for nearly a decade. In this new role, Katerina will act as a direct voice for the members of the District’s student body, ensuring their perspectives are heard and considered in Board discussions and policy decisions. “Serving and giving back to my community is one of my top priorities,” Katerina said. “The Lindenhurst School District has
Courtesy Lindenhurst School District
Lindenhurst High School junior Katerina Rueb was selected to serve as the Lindenhurst Board of Education’s ex officio student board member for the 2025-2026 school year.
Adam Rodrigues was selected as an alternate. provided me with so many opportunities, and I intend to make the best use of these in my last two years here. With this position, I am looking to hear students’ voices across the District.”