Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Name Gilmartin Award Recipient

Michael A. Lombardo, III to be honored at the organization's 112th Anniversary St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick have announced that Michael A. Lombardo, III will receive the 2026 Gilmartin Achievement Award. Lombardo, a Pittston native, has been an active member of the community, serving as a firefighter, EMT, city council member, and in various other leadership roles.

Why it matters

The Gilmartin Achievement Award is a prestigious honor given by the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the local community. Lombardo's extensive involvement in Pittston city government, emergency services, and community organizations highlights his dedication to the betterment of the Greater Pittston area.

The details

Lombardo, the son of Donna and Michael Lombardo, grew up in Pittston and has been an active member of the community for over 20 years. He is a Principal at the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn, P.C., and has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Magazine Super Lawyer and a member of the National Trial Lawyers 'Top 10 Under 40' list. Lombardo has also been an active member of the Pittston City Fire Department since 1995 and serves as Vice President of the Board of the Greater Pittston Regional Ambulance.

  • Lombardo will be honored at the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick's 112th Anniversary St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
  • Lombardo has been an active member of the Pittston City Fire Department since 1995.

The players

Michael A. Lombardo, III

The 2026 Gilmartin Achievement Award recipient, a Pittston native who has been actively involved in the community as a firefighter, EMT, city council member, and in various other leadership roles.

Kevin O'Brien, Jr.

The president of the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick.

Donna Lombardo

The mother of Michael A. Lombardo, III.

Michael Lombardo

The father of Michael A. Lombardo, III.

Dr. Joseph Lombardo

The late uncle of Michael A. Lombardo, III, whose office was located near where Lombardo grew up.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Lombardo will be honored at the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick's 112th Anniversary St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

The takeaway

Michael A. Lombardo, III's extensive involvement in Pittston city government, emergency services, and community organizations highlights his dedication to the betterment of the Greater Pittston area, making him a deserving recipient of the prestigious Gilmartin Achievement Award.