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Wonder Girls Host 3rd Annual Wellness Campaign & Fitness Fundraiser September 29th

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Orangeburg, NY – Wonder Girls, a non-profit, after-school program for middle and high school girls with a mission to build confidence, leadership, community, and business skills launches Wonder Girls Wellness, a month-long campaign to address the importance of self-care, mental health, nutrition, and daily exercise among teens.

“Wonder Girls is dedicated to exposing young women to lifestyle practices and experts that will help build a strong foundation for their future. The Wonder Girls Wellness Campaign is focused on supporting the growth and development of the mind, body, and spirit,” said Dr. Kerry-Anne Perkins, Obstetrician-Gynecologist, U.S. Army Major, Wonder Girls Board Member, Speaker, and Mentor.

Wonder Girls Wellness, sponsored by Hologic, Goya Cares, Varsity House, and Goosehead Insurance, will be dishing out wellness-related content each week via social media including LIVE interviews with industry experts, and will end strong with its third annual Wonder Girls Wellness Day | Fitness Fundraiser, an in-person event packed with workshops, panel discussions, prizes, swag bags and more! The fundraiser will be held at Varsity House in Orangeburg, New York on Friday, September 29, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 

Wonder Girls will also provide one student with a $1500 scholarship.  The application is due by September 18, 2023, and will be awarded at the Fitness Fundraiser.  For more details about the scholarship, please visit: Wonder Girls Wellness Scholarship.

All funding raised throughout September will go towards educational programming and scholarships for Wonder Girls. For event tickets, more information and to donate to Wonder Girls, please visit: Wonder Girls Wellness.

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Pearl River Food Truck Festival May 9: Rockland County’s Must-Visit Food Event

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PEARL RIVER, N.Y. — The Spring 2026 Pearl River Food Truck Festival is set to return on Saturday, May 9, bringing a wide variety of food, drinks, and community activity to Central Avenue Field.

The event will run from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and is expected to draw visitors from across Rockland County and the surrounding Hudson Valley.

Organizers have launched a new website for the festival, where attendees can preview vendors and plan their visit:
www.pearlriverftf.com

This year’s lineup features a mix of returning favorites and new vendors offering everything from seafood and barbecue to desserts and specialty drinks. Among those scheduled to appear are Red Barn Cidery, Cousins Maine Lobster, Grumpy Dumpling Co., That Cheese Lady, and Three Little Pigs BBQ.

Additional participants include Sweet D’s, Maillard Food Truck, Liquid Fables, Nelson Gourmet House, New York Soda Jerks, Crave NY Wings, Prince Popover, Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn, Manor Sangria, EmpaBake Empanadas, Doc Pickle LLC, Irie Delights Bakery, Crannog Apiary, Chef J’s Latin Dragon, Lara’s Kitchen, Pretzel Boy, and Stony Point Brewing Co.

The festival has grown into one of the more popular seasonal events in the area, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with a focus on local businesses and regional food vendors.

Admission details and additional updates are available on the festival’s website.

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Christopher Vergine Named Businessperson of the Year – Rockland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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Congratulations to Chris Vergine on being named Businessperson of the Year for the Rockland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Christopher Vergine is a lifelong resident of Pearl River, New York and comes from a family with deep, multigenerational ties to the community. He grew up in Pearl River alongside his brothers, including Larry Vergine and Andrew Vergine, in a household where family, service, and community involvement were central values.

Chris has dedicated much of his life to serving others. Since becoming a volunteer firefighter at just 16 years old, he has taken on numerous leadership roles, including:

  • Past President of the Excelsior Engine Company of Pearl River

  • Former Captain of the Pearl River Fire Police

  • Active member of the Rockland County Fire Police Association

Beyond his fire service, Chris remains deeply involved in local civic organizations, including the Pearl River Elks and the American Legion in Pearl River.

Professionally, Chris is an owner of Wyman-Fisher Funeral Home, where he continues his commitment to helping families in the community during their most difficult times.

This recognition highlights not only Chris’s success in business but also his lifelong dedication to service, volunteerism, and the people of Pearl River. A well-deserved honor—congratulations again!

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