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Rockland’s Brian Kilduff, Age 27 of North Rockland Passes Away From Illness During Hiking Trip in Patagonia (Chile), GoFundMe Created to Help Family Bring Him Home

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Via the GoFundMe: Our family is suffering the unimaginable loss of our son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin, Brian Kilduff. Brian was amazing, talented, smart, handsome and funny to say the least and our hearts are breaking. He loved his family with all his heart and his smile lit up every room. If you knew him, you loved him and he was always a person you wanted around. He loved life. Brian was an athlete, played for North Rockland Hockey, where his father Dan played and his brother James currently plays. Brian was an active member of the North Rockland community, serving as the videographer for North Rockland Hockey and Army West Point Athletics. The Martorelli and Kilduff families are deeply rooted in North Rockland. Brian was able to contribute to his passion for the environment, and worked for a green energy company that turns compost into reusable energy.

This tragedy occurred while he was on the trip of his dreams to hike Patagonia in southern Chile. Brian suddenly developed an illness that progressed quickly, and he passed away unexpectedly at the age of 27. His parents, Bernadette and Dan, are currently in Chile and working on bringing Brian home, which is a difficult and costly endeavor given the location in the southern tip of Chile, as well as the political and geographical hurdles they are facing. Any donations to help ease the substantial financial burden of this loss to bring him home and provide a proper funeral are greatly appreciated.

We will miss and love you forever, Dude ❤️

Link to the GoFundMe here. Please share or donate if you can to help support the Kilduff family during this difficult time.

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

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April 21, 2026

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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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March 11, 2026

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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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