Salerno celebrates 120 local and honorary excellence awards

The 18th edition of the Salernitani Doc 2026 awards ceremony took place at the Salone dei Marmi in Salerno, honoring 100 local residents and 20 honorary citizens for their contributions to culture, professional achievement, and social commitment.

Key recipients included Rai 3 journalist Andrea Siano and Carabinieri Chief Marshal Domingo Petrocelli, who was recognized for his service in the Amalfi Coast. Other honorees included magistrate Teresa Magnoni, actor Yari Gugliucci, professor Fabrizio Barone, and pastry chef Remo Mazza. The ceremony also recognized Gennaro D’Andria for a maritime rescue.

The honorary awards, or Salernitani di Adozione, were presented to figures such as Guardia di Finanza General Oriol De Luca, lawyer Andrea Annunziata, and former footballer Denilson Gabionetta. The event, led by association president Massimo Staglioli, featured musical performances by students from the Monterisi-Don Milani Institute and was attended by Archbishop Andrea Bellandi and Vice Mayor Savastano.