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Blauvelt Sons of Italy Awards Scholarships to 18 Rockland Students

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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.

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Congers Halloween Spooktacular October 31, 2026: Two Scare Experiences

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6 days ago

October 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Congers Halloween Spooktacular 2026 Announces Halloween Night Hours and Two Scare Experiences

Halloween is getting spooky in Congers! Organizers of the Congers Halloween Spooktacular 2026 have announced the official date and hours for this year’s event, which will take place for one night only on Saturday, October 31.

After days of preparation and setup, organizers confirmed that the popular Halloween display will offer two different experiences, giving families and thrill-seekers an opportunity to enjoy the festivities at their preferred scare level.

Family-Friendly, Scare-Free Hours

Families and visitors looking for Halloween fun without the fright can stop by between 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

During these hours, the attraction will offer a scare-free experience suitable for all ages. Organizers note that crew members may still be working around the property and putting the finishing touches on displays, but there will be no intentional scares during this time.

Full Scare Experience Begins at 6:30 p.m.

Once darkness falls, the full scare experience begins!

Starting at 6:30 p.m., visitors can experience the attraction’s more frightening side. Organizers say the event will continue until the line stops, allowing everyone waiting to have an opportunity to experience the Halloween scares.

Event Details

Event: Congers Halloween Spooktacular 2026
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Scare-Free Hours: 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Full Scare Experience: 6:30 p.m. until the line stops
Location: 99 Highway Avenue, Congers, NY

Food Donations Requested

Visitors are also encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation. All contributions will help support local charities and families in need.

Organizers say countless hours have gone into creating this year’s Halloween experience and are looking forward to welcoming the community.

With two experiences offered throughout the day and evening, the Congers Halloween Spooktacular promises one night of family-friendly Halloween fun and nighttime frights.

One night, two experiences, and plenty of scares!

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Nyack Halloween Parade 2026 Returns October 24 With Costumes and Floats

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2 weeks ago

October 23, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The annual parade invites participants of all ages to march through the village as part of Nyack’s Halloween weekend celebrations.

Halloween festivities are set to take over the streets of Nyack on Saturday, October 24, as the village welcomes residents and visitors to its annual Nyack Halloween Parade.

Known for its creative costumes and festive atmosphere, the parade has been recognized by the Travel Channel as one of the Top 10 Halloween parades in the United States.

Participants are encouraged to put on their most daring, imaginative and spooky costumes and join the procession. Everyone is welcome to march, and those looking to take their Halloween spirit a step further can enter a float or participate in the costume contest for a chance to win prizes.

The parade is part of Halloweekend in Nyack, a broader celebration featuring a variety of Halloween-themed events throughout the village.

Other activities planned for the weekend include a nighttime cemetery tour, a science-fiction horror film festival and additional seasonal attractions.

With its mix of costumes, community participation and Halloween entertainment, Halloweekend offers an opportunity for families, friends and visitors to experience the festive atmosphere of the village.

The Nyack Halloween Parade takes place Saturday, October 24. Residents and visitors are encouraged to join the celebration and take part in one of the village’s signature Halloween traditions.