The Holy Face, from Manoppello to San Francisco
A precious reliquary for San Francisco Cathedral, blessed in the historic Basilica of Abruzzo. The reliquary bearing the image of the Holy Face, visible from both sides, and soon to be enthroned in the Cathedral of San Francisco, USA, was the focus of a solemn ceremony held on September 13, 2024, at the Basilica of the Holy Face in Manoppello. The...
Italian American Baseball Foundation Launches Baseball Academy Partnership with Francisco Cervelli
In a transformational moment for the Italian American Baseball Foundation and the Francisco Cervelli Baseball Academy, the two organizations have combined efforts to enhance the baseball facility and focus on youth baseball development in Italy. Simone Piani Stadium in Castiglione della Pescaia (Tuscany) will now be the home of the Francisco Cervel...
Warminster bakery and cafe to host grand opening Saturday with cannoli-eating contest
Eight months after launching, Alto Bakery & Caffè in Warminster (PA) is hosting its grand opening celebration this weekend. The bakery on Street Road opened its doors in January, offering a quick and convenient way to enjoy an Italian experience on the go. Grand opening festivities kick-off at 10 a.m. on Saturday Sept. 21 and include samples, free...
Delta Becomes First U.S. Airline to Serve Sicilian Airport
Delta announced an expansion of its trans-Atlantic flight schedule for the summer of 2025, introducing new routes and increasing service frequency to several European destinations from its U.S. hubs. Catania, Sicily: Delta will start daily flights from New York-JFK to Catania in May 2025. Naples, Italy: Four-times-weekly flights from Atlanta to Nap...
MOU between Neapolitan and Italian American lawyers: cultural and professional exchanges
The Naples Bar Association has signed a memorandum of understanding with Niaba, the National Association of Italian American Lawyers; the goal of the agreement is to plan joint initiatives that can foster cultural and professional exchanges between the two entities. The document was signed in the offices of the Naples Bar Council in the presence of...
Smithville (NJ) Italian Festival to Celebrate Italian Culture with Food, Music, and Fun
On September 21, the Smithville Italian Festival will transform the historic village into a celebration of Italian culture from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring an Italian market with a wide array of food and unique wares, the festival offers a day of excitement for visitors of all ages. Guests can enjoy live Italian music, folk dancing, bocce ball on t...
Italian government announces plans to allocate €20 million to flooded northern regions
The Italian government announced plans to allocate €20 million to the region of Emilia Romagna after flooding devastated the region. The announcement was made by Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni on Friday. Heavy rain and flooding in the region caused more than 1,000 people to be evacuated, with Traversara among the worst affected villages. “As soo...
What to do and see in Salerno, a city waiting to be discovered
Located about 60 km south of Naples, Salerno is often unjustly considered a gateway to the Amalfi Coast. The traveler looking for exciting suggestions on what to do and see in Salerno can choose from a wide range of tempting proposals. Indeed, this enchanting city on the Campania coast has a lot to offer, from a medieval city centre that takes you...
Celebrating the Coast Guard’s role in liberating Rome during World War II
Why was a retired Coast Guard Admiral speaking at the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Rome during World War II? This was a question I was pleased to address when I was invited to a recent conference held in Anzio-Nettuno, Italy, to share the U.S. Coast Guard’s role as an element of the Allied Naval Forces in the Liberation of Rome campaign. ...
How Ferruccio Lamborghini Built the Most Beautiful Car Ever Made
Lamborghini needs no introduction. Since its founding in the mid-1960s, the Italian automaker has built supercars that have become cultural icons: The genre-defining Miura, the iconic Countach, and the jaw-dropping Aventador. These vehicles all wear the name of founder Ferruccio Lamborghini. A serial entrepreneur, Lamborghini parted ways with his c...
Noni Cinino's Kitchen Returns to Milford
Award-winning Pantochino Productions Inc., a not-for-profit, professional theatre company in Milford will reprise it’s popular musical, “Noni Cimino’s Kitchen” opening Friday, October 11 at the Milford Arts Council, THE MAC on Railroad Avenue in downtown Milford. Inspired by memories of growing up in a large Italian-American family, the musical off...
Where to go on holiday in Sicily: 24 destinations to visit throughout the year
Sicily, with its rich historical and cultural heritage, stunning beaches, and breathtaking landscapes, offers a wide variety of experiences for every type of holiday. If you're looking for a city break to explore the main cultural attractions, you might visit Palermo or Catania; if you're interested in charming villages, consider Eastern Sicily; if...