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A free concert at the College of Staten Island honored 9/11 victims, especially as the 25th anniversary nears, using music to keep memories alive. Local performers from Staten Island played songs across decades, honoring those lost in the attacks or later from related illnesses. One singer, Samantha Chiodo, paid tribute to her firefighter father by singing his favorite song — he wore engine number 226, now worn by her as a necklace, and her sister carries on the legacy as a firefighter too. Organizer Dennis McKeon, whose son also performed, aimed to unite the community and offer healing through shared music, even reaching out to families for their loved ones’ favorite tunes. The college’s own memorial and upcoming service on September 9 underscore the enduring impact of 9/11 — and how music and community continue to be vital tools for remembrance and resilience.

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