The Italian-American Association of Luzerne County is honoring two local entrepreneurs at the 36th annual Columbus Day banquet Sunday: Louis Ciampi Sr. and Sam Falcone Sr.

Ciampi, the founder of Independent Graphics Inc. in West Wyoming, will receive the organization's "Person of the Year" award.

The "Lifetime Achievement Award" will go to Falcone, retired president of Falcone Beverage Co. in Pittston.

"They're both outstanding citizens of the community and great leaders who carry out the culture and traditions of our Italian heritage," association President James Deice said Sunday.

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