UNICO National Scranton Chapter installed Jim Baress as the chapter president for 2016-2017 at the 58th Annual Past President’s and Installation Dinner June 14 at Genetti Manor in Dickson City. Special thanks and recognition were given to Mike Rescigno, chapter president for 2015-2016, as he was presented with the Past President’s Award, in memory of Dr. D. J. Maldonato. Recognized also that evening was Jack Trapani, Scranton chapter first vice president, with the Al Dante Distinguished Service Award. Presidential Service Awards were presented to Bill Buckley and Jo Ann Verduce. Form left, Father Sam Ferretti; Elaine Baress; Jim Baress; Mike Rescigno; Dr. Frank DeFrank, UNICO V Foundation chair and Chris DiMattio, past national president.

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