Events

2nd Annual Food Truck & Music Festival Peck’s Pond Park September 16th

Published

3 years ago

September 4, 2023

Village of West Haverstraw, NY – Peck’s Pond Park is located at our municipal center on Samsondale Avenue. The beautiful pond is ringed by an illuminated walking path and features two water displays. Amenities at the park include a multi-generational fitness station, children’s playground with an ADA accessible swing, a pavilion, an ADA accessible fishing pier, solar powered comfort station, a basketball court, recently refurbished roller hockey rink as well as three hand crafted gazebos. In September 2020 the Village of West Haverstraw stocked the pond with brown trout and large mouth bass. The park is home to plentiful wildlife and is the perfect place to visit for exercise, relaxation and family fun.

The Food Truck Party will be rolling into the Village of West Haverstraw, NY once again on Saturday, Sept. 16th at Peck’s Pond Park!

Celebrate the end of summer with this free-admission family event! More food trucks, more fun, and more music!

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs, blankets, your 4-legged friends, and of course, your appetite with selections form over 12 food vendors.

Live music starting at 11:30 from Naughty Humphrey followed by The Big Fuss!

New for 2023…Inflatable village for the kids

The party starts at 11am!

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!