The Council of Italian American Societies of Greater Bridgeport presented eight area Italian Americans with the John A. Arcudi, Esq Award for their professional success and service to others.

The following eight Italian Americans were honored at Trumbull’s Tashua Knolls banquet facility before 180 guests: Mario Bartoli of Trumbull, Frank T. Gennarini of Milford, Judy Marella of Shelton, Michael Parente of Bridgeport, Vincent Procaccini of Fairfield, Barbara Rogo of Bridgeport, Tammy Orfino-Silva of Monroe, Maurizio Viselli of Easton.