Events

Palisades Center and Hi-Tor Animal Care Center Partner to Host Adoption Event

Published

5 years ago

June 21, 2021

WEST NYACK, NY – As Rockland’s sole open admission care center, Hi-Tor Animal Care Center (Hi-Tor) delivers a unique and fundamental service to the animals and people of the County. As they move along amid kitten season, a time of year when there is a dramatic increase in the birth of kittens, the community engagement from caring individuals becomes even more important.

To help Hi-Tor reduce overcrowding, Palisades Center is hosting Hi-Tor’s Kitten Adoption Palooza. A one-day event where families can visit to meet a perfect furry friend. The event will take place on Saturday, June 26 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm in the East Court on Level One near H&M. In addition, raffle tickets and Hi-Tor merchandise will be available for purchase.

Adoption applications can be filled out and submitted in advance of the event by visiting www.hitor.org.

“We’re happy to help Hi-Tor in their mission to find loving homes for these kittens and look forward to a successful event,” said Darrin Houseman, General Manager of Palisades Center.

“We are thrilled to partner with our friends at the Palisades Center for a very successful adoption event during this very busy kitten season,” said Debbie DiBernardo, President of Hi-Tor Animal Care Center. “As a progressive animal welfare organization with innovative footsteps, we recognize how important community partnerships are to meeting our mission, and this type of collaboration hugely embodies that.”

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

Published

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!