Philadelphia agrees to return Frank Rizzo statue to monument committee, clearing way for relocation
The city of Philadelphia has agreed to return the Frank Rizzo statue to the Frank Rizzo Monument Committee. The statue of the former mayor and police commissioner was removed from public view overnight in June 2020 from outside the municipal services building after being vandalized during protests over police brutality that was sparked by the death...
From piadina to disco nights: a journey through the Riviera Romagnola
Ferragosto is the very symbol of summer for every Italian. If we had to choose a place that evokes the sunny season as much as this date, only a few would do so as clearly as the Riviera Romagnola. For generations, it has represented affordable holidays, long beach days, and evenings of loud laughter, seafood dinners, and neon-lit promenades. Known...
We the ItaliaNews: L'Italia in America. Episodio 27/2025
American Airlines lancia dal marzo 2026 il tanto atteso volo diretto tra Milano e Miami in Florida Tucci in Italy ottiene due nomination agli Emmy per narrazione e fotografia Il tribunale di Philadelphia in Pennsylvania cancella Il decreto dell’ex sindaco per rinominare il Columbus Day in Indigenous Peoples’ Day La Festa di San Gennaro a Boston,...
Annual Feast of Santa Rosalia returns this week with grand marshal Danielle Caminiti
It’s that time of year again! The 51st annual Feast of Santa Rosalia begins Aug. 14 on 18th Avenue between 68th Street and Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn, NY. The 10-day event features rides, music, games for the kids, drinks and food. It will also include the popular men and women’s cannoli eating contest sponsored by Il Colosseo, Robert Defalco Real...
Before Bloomfield, Pittsburgh had multiple Little Italys now lost to history
August in Pittsburgh means it’s time for Little Italy Days, the annual four-day Bloomfield celebration spotlighting on the city’s rich Italian heritage. Bloomfield, though, was just one of several Little Italys that sprouted in Pittsburgh in the early years of the 20th century. Italians comprised one of Pittsburgh’s largest immigrant groups. Along...
The hidden cost of Italy’s chaotic laws
Italian laws are often passed in haste, driven by the urgency to address sudden crises. As a result, they are frequently poorly designed - born from political compromise on one side and a lack of reliable information on the other. Over time, these rushed measures pile up chaotically, creating a legal system that loses coherence and at times drifts...
Passeggiata: A leisurely stroll by another name
It was a lovely summer evening with sunshine, a light breeze, and busy foot traffic in downtown Waterbury, CT. Just how many were out strolling Main Street, Stowe Street and the nearby neighborhoods as part of the first call to “passeggiata” was hard to say last Wednesday. Some of those walking through town were out just for that – on their routin...
7 scenic lighthouses in Italy to escape the crowds
Italy’s coastal lighthouses are not just navigational aids but true architectural gems set against breathtaking landscapes. Here are the most charming lighthouses in Italy — must-see destinations for those who love the sea, history, and nature. The most charming Italian lighthouses are far more than navigational tools, they are captivating coastal...
New IACC Committee aims to foster connections among tech professionals
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of a Technology Industry Committee in the coming weeks. The first coordination meeting of the Committee will take place on Thursday, August 28 at 10:00 AM. This initial session is open to all Chamber members operating in the technology, innovation, and profe...
4 Classic Summer Road Trips in Italy
Put the car in gear and hit the open road: Italy comprises nearly 6,400km (4,000 miles) of express highways and 288,000km (180,000 miles) of secondary roads. The country also has just about as many kinds of terrains as it does types of pasta, from flower-strewn meadows to forested valleys, lake-hugging villages to switchback-studded alpine peaks — ...
Piada Italian Street Food to Host 2025 Piada Gives Day to Support Local Boys & Girls Clubs
Piada Italian Street Food, a leading fast-casual Italian restaurant concept, is proud to announce Piada Gives Day 2025, taking place Friday, August 15th. The annual event supports local Boys & Girls Clubs through a full day of guest giveaways, family-focused offerings, and the return of a seasonal fan favorite: the Peach Basil Fresca. On August 15...
The World's Oldest Casino Is An Italian Gem Combining Luxury, Classic Games, And Historic Charm
When "Venetian" and "casino" appear in the same sentence, you likely think of the all-suite Las Vegas hotel with world-class restaurants and a luxury spa. But forget theme park dupes of canals and replicas of Venetian art, and swoon over the real Renaissance luxury of Casino di Venezia, housed in Palazzo Vendramin-Calergi, one of the most magnifice...