April 1, 2026
Seventh Grader Takes First Place in Local Art Contest
West Babylon Junior High School seventh grader Zarah Valentina Gomez won first place for her artwork in the Town of Babylon Parks & Recreation Art Contest for the age 11-19 group. The annual contest’s 2026 theme was “Faces of Our Town – Portraits of Local Heros or Residents.” Zarah's incredible work depicted pencil portraits of first responders. She was recognized at a ceremony at the Town of Babylon on March 25 along with winners from the other age groups. Zarah’s work will be featured in the 2026 Town of Babylon Recreation Guide.