By Conor Berry

In honor of Italian Heritage Month, Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, the son of Italian immigrants, and members of the Italian Cultural Center will raise the Italian flag at the Christopher Columbus Statue in the South End on Thursday, Oct. 1. 

Springfield's South End has historically been a destination and home to thousands of Italian-Americans over the years. Despite the influx of other ethnic groups over the years, the neighborhood still retains a strong Italian presence, including many Italian-American residents, specialty shops, restaurants and social and religious institutions. 

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