Events

Blauvelt Sons of Italy Awards Scholarships to 18 Rockland Students

Published

6 years ago

June 25, 2020

BLAUVELT, NEW YORK – 0 – The Blauvelt Sons of Italy Lodge 2176 awards scholarships at the end of each school year to students across the region who have excelled in a specific subject area and demonstrate a strong ability to continue on to a successful college career. On Saturday, June 13th the organization awarded 18 scholarships.

“We are immensely proud of our Scholarship Awards program. We not only give out scholarships in June each year, we recognize students each month who study the Italian language. It is a program that keeps the Italian language alive and supports the brightest and most committed students in area high schools who will go on to four-year colleges and pursue their dreams,” stated Lodge President Jerry Verdicchio.

The scholarship committee is headed by Dr. John Guglielmucci, Richard Sica and Greg DeCola, all members of Lodge 2176.

The following awards were presented:
John DeSimone Memorial Award for Excellence in Italian Language to William Grippi
Charter Members’ Award for Academic Excellence to Nicole Chiapperino
Fred Sica Memorial Award for Outstanding Future Business Leader to Carmine Buffa
Joseph Sorce Memorial Achievement Award to Dominic Delponte & Brendan Bartoli
Louis Crispo Memorial Award to Lily Kroenung
Gennaro Gentile Memorial Award for Individualized Education Program Achievement to Devon Malora
Joseph Scaringe Memorial Award for Athletic Dedication to Gianna Saccoccio & Tyler DiBlasi
Rockland Lodge 2176 Sons of Italy Cultural Arts Award to Sophia Guglielmucci
Rockland Lodge 2176 Sons of Italy Past Presidents Award for Community Service to Kayla Judge
Academic Excellence Award to Thomas DiBlasio
Academic Achievement Award to Anthony Pizzi & Trevor Coughlin
Linda Viglietta Memorial Achievement Award to Gianna Buffa
Charter Members Award for Academic Excellence to Troy Clement
Student of the Year Awards in Italian Studies to John Pforte & Christian Sciarreta

The presentation took place at the Lodge location on Van Wyck Road in Blauvelt, NY and Lodge members as well as teachers, parents and family members of the winners were present as well as the Anthony Naccarato, State President of The Order Sons of Italy in America Grand Lodge of New York.

The Rockland Lodge 2176 of the Order of The Sons of Italy in America was established in 1966 with the goal of enhancing the image of people of Italian descent and has grown into one of the most active organizations in the region.

PHOTO CAPTION: Blauvelt Sons of Italy Lodge 2176 President Jerry Verdicchio and Anthony Naccarato, State President of The Order Sons of Italy in America Grand Lodge of New York, were on hand to congratulate Student of the Year in Italian Studies Christian Sciarreta during the recent Lodge Awards Ceremony.

Events

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

Published

3 days ago

April 21, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

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.

Events

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

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1 month ago

March 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

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!