(Albany, NY)-Senator John J. Bonacic (R/C/I-Mt. Hope) joined local business leaders, community members and honored guests at the 25th Anniversary Pride Awards Gala, yesterday, sponsored by the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce. The event was held at the Villa Roma Resort in Callicoon. The Pride Awards honor individuals from throughout Sullivan County for their community involvement and their contributions to the economic development in the county. Senator Bonacic delivered remarks at the event and congratulated the honorees for their commitment to Sullivan County. This year’s winners were:

25th Silver Anniversary Award – Les Kristt, Kristt Kelly Office Systems

Business Person of the Year- Franklin Trapp, Forestburgh Playhouse

Distinguished Achievement Award- Dr. Gerard Galarneau, CRMC

Distinguished Service Award- Jeff Siegel, Spencer Daniel’s Agency

Young Emerging Leader- Evan & Brynn Allees, Pickled Owl – Gastropub