35 Eagle Scouts from Rhode Island Honored at Recognition Dinner

35 Eagle Scouts from Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts were recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments during the 2026 Eagle Recognition Dinner held at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. The evening honored Scouts from Narragansett Council – Scouting Americawho earned the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout in 2025.

The event brought together Eagle Scouts, families, Scoutmasters, community leaders, and supporters for an evening dedicated to recognizing the hard work, leadership, and service demonstrated by this year’s class of Eagle Scouts. Guests enjoyed a reception, buffet dinner, dessert, and coffee, followed by a formal recognition program and keynote address.

In addition to celebrating the newest class of Eagle Scouts, the evening also highlighted Eagle Scouts who have gone on to achieve success in their professional and personal lives since earning Scouting’s highest rank.

The program also recognized participants in the Eagle Project of the Year competition, showcasing the meaningful community service projects completed by Scouts throughout the past year.

“Earning the rank of Eagle Scout represents years of dedication, leadership, and service to others, and tonight was about recognizing the incredible accomplishments of these young men and women,” said Scout Executive & CEO of Narragansett Council – Scouting America Tim McCandless. “We are proud to celebrate not only what they have achieved so far, but the impact they will continue to make in their communities for years to come.”

The following Eagle Scouts were recognized at this year’s dinner:

Jacob Anuszczyk – Southeast Troop 74 B Dartmouth

Alex Blanchard – Southwest Troop 35 B Exeter

Nathan Bourgoin – Southwest Troop 152 B North Kingstown

Samuel Browning – Southwest Troop 1 B Ashaway

Margaret Bryson – Northwest Troop 2 G Richmond

Benjamin Camacho – Southeast Troop 74 B Dartmouth

Jonathan Childs – Northeast Troop 40 B Taunton

Bryan Correia – Southeast Troop 31 B Marion

Peter Croshaw – Northwest Troop 1139 B North Smithfield

Luke DeFedele – Southwest Troop 121 B Hopkinton

Noah DiGregorio – Southeast Troop 24 B New Bedford

Andrew Hutchins – Northeast Troop 33 B Plainville

Austin Kern – Northeast Troop 12 B Cumberland

Daniel Kocab – Southwest Troop 121 B Charlestown

Jack Landolfi – Northwest Troop 1 B Cumberland

Corinne LeBlanc – Northwest Troop 11 G Warwick

Devin Leonard – Southwest Troop 35 B Exeter

Delia Linfield – Northwest Troop 438 G North Smithfield

Alexander Mackiewicz – Northeast Troop 20 B Lakeville

Rori MacKinnon – Northeast Troop 333 G Brockton

Christopher Mallinson – Southwest Troop 1 B Narragansett

Amelia Marseglia – Northwest Troop 438 G North Smithfield

Deacon McShane – Southeast Troop 1 B Rumford

Calvin Moshier – Southeast Troop 46 B Barrington

Tyler Murray – Southwest Troop 1 B Warwick

Tyler Nolette – Northeast Troop 40 B Taunton

Emsley Osterloh – Southeast Troop 3 G Newport

Austin Audet – Northwest Troop 438 G Johnston

Deakin Reyes – Northwest Troop 438 G Johnston

Jacob St Vincent – Southeast Troop 303 B North Dighton

Joshua Stockwell – Northwest Troop 2 B Foster

Christopher Stone – Southeast Troop 6 B Warren

Donovan Thayer – Southeast Troop 29 B Tiverton

Joseph – Vitolo – Southeast Troop 55 B Riverside

James Walsh – Northwest Troop 1 B Woonsocket

Senator Jonathon Acosta was recognized for his leadership in public service, education, and community advocacy. A member of the Rhode Island Senate representing Central Falls, Acosta has championed investments in education and youth programs while building a career focused on improving opportunities for students and families. A former teacher and school administrator, he earned multiple degrees from Brown University, including a Ph.D. in Sociology, and continues to serve his community through research, advocacy, and civic leadership.

Chief John Potvin was honored for his decades of leadership in both the fire service and Scouting. With more than 33 years in the fire service and his recent appointment as Chief of the Hopkins Hill Fire Department in Coventry, Potvin has dedicated his career to public safety and community service. An Eagle Scout himself, he has remained deeply involved in Scouting leadership, serving as a Scoutmaster, Assistant Council Commissioner, National Jamboree Scoutmaster, and Silver Beaver Award recipient.

From left: Narragansett Council NESA Chair Cristian Giraldo, Sen. Jonathan Acosta, Chief Operating Officer Mark Arnold

From left: Narragansett Council NESA Chair Cristian Giraldo, Chief John Potvin, Chief Operating Officer Mark Arnold