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Source: Rockland County Times

By Jeannine Rippa Rockland County Veteran’s Coordinating Council held the Veteran of the Year Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2026. The Ceremonies were held at the Allison-Parris County Office Building, 11 New Hempstead Road New City, NY 10956. Brian Horgan was Master of Ceremonies. Susan Branam, Director RC VSA, introduced the guests. Devin Lukomski was the keynote speaker. Damien Shea introduced the Veteran of the Year who was Al Acunto. The end of the Ceremony was held outside where Sgt. George Rath led the salute to the departed. RC Veteran Commanders placed a wreath while TAPS was played. The post Al Acunto: Veteran of the Year first appeared on Rockland County Times Newspaper: Real News Since 1888.

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