ITA Launches Offset Program Alongside Washington & San Francisco Flights
ITA’s planned growth through next year will allow passengers more opportunities to support the airline’s sustainability programs. Fresh off its Asian expansion, ITA has announced two new US-bound routes out of Rome Fiumicino (FCO). San Francisco (SFO) and Washington Dulles (IAD) will be added to the carrier’s summer schedule, with flights running t...
The Best Old School Italian Restaurants in Pittsburgh
The City of Bridges has plenty of delicious Italian fare for any occasion— planning a special night out with a partner, family, or friends, or if you just have an intense craving for house-made bread and seasonally curated pasta dishes. Just like the best Italian restaurants in New York City, these old school restaurants offer a mix of traditional...
Man, 100, works out at the gym every day: 'Exercise is better than medicine'
For anyone who needs motivation to exercise, meet 100-year-old Les Savino who drives himself to the gym most days of the week for a three-hour workout. “I don’t feel like going now that I’m 100, but I still go. I know that it’s necessary if I want to enjoy life. Most people at 100 no longer enjoy life. My days are just as normal as when I was 30,”...
Franco Harris’ parents were why his fans called themselves Italian Army
Franco Harris, Pittsburgh Steelers’ Hall of Fame running back, has passed away at age 79. Here’s a look at the NFL icon’s family and parents. Back in the day, Franco’s fans banded together and called themselves Franco’s Italian Army. They also wore World War II-inspired helmets with text written on them, to support the star. However, Franco’s paren...
Cucina Fresca Italian American Specialty Market opens in Berkeley Township
Southbound drivers on Route 9 in Berkeley Township are familiar with Bud the Bayville Dinosaur, a movie prop-turned-roadside attraction that watches over Heritage Square shopping center. But there is something new worth stopping for on this stretch of highway: Rich and Maria Panassidi's Cucina Fresca Italian American Specialty Market, which opened...
Charlie Gracie, Early Rocker Known For ‘Butterfly,’ Dies at 86
Charlie Gracie, an early rockabilly singer and guitarist who influenced a generation of 1960s rock stars has died at 86. The news of his passing on Dec. 16 was confirmed by ABKCO Records, which is home to the catalog of Cameo Records, the Philadelphia label that Gracie recorded his biggest hits for; at press time no cause of death was announced. Th...
NFL legend Franco Harris, known for Immaculate Reception, dead at 72
Franco Harris, the Hall of Fame Pittsburgh Steelers running back who was known for making a miraculous grab in the AFC Divisional Playoffs against the Oakland Raiders in 1972, has died. He was 72. Harris’ death came days before the Steelers were set to retire his No. 32 jersey and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the "Immaculate Reception" at Acri...
“It’ll Take an Army” Franco’s Italian Army Fifty Years Later
At the end of each calendar year, we reflect on the events of the past 12 months, noting the moments that stand out. Sometimes we look back farther into our shared history and recall the decades, acknowledging milestone events. This year the region reflects on one of the most exciting plays in NFL history, the “Immaculate Reception,” which celebrat...
Marco’s Pizza to open new location in Reston area
Marco’s Pizza — a pizza chain that has 1,100 stores across the country and the Bahamas — is expected to add a location in the Reston and Herndon area next year. In an announcement on Wednesday (Dec. 14), the company said it plans to open nine total stores in Virginia. First in line was a location at 46515 Harry Byrd Highway in Sterling, which recen...
'Seven Fishes' A New Collingswood Tradition For Nunzio's Chef DeLone
The chef who bought a well-known restaurant in Collingswood is preparing a feast for an Italian-American Christmas tradition. Chef Michael DeLone bought Nunzio Ristorante Rustico last year from his mentor, and is bringing the tradition of "The Feast of Seven Fishes" to the Italian BYOB eatery on Restaurant Row. Its namesake, Nunzio Patruno, was...
Toms River's Newest Italian Restaurant Opens In Silverton
Jersey Shore foodies, rejoice: Toms River’s newest restaurant opened its doors last month, touting authentic modern Italian cuisine. Led by New Jersey-based chef Francesco Barbarossa, L’Osteria (1922 Hooper Ave, Unit 1) features rotating seasonal menus of pastas, meats and desserts, with holiday menus now available. A selection of complimentary...
New Easton area pizzeria brings Italian favorites back to familiar spot
A longtime destination for calzones, cannolis and calamari marinara is continuing to dish out Italian favorites under a new name in Northampton County. Amore Pizzeria, a family-run eatery offering made-from-scratch Italian cuisine, opened Nov. 14 at 3502 Greenway St. in Palmer Township. The BYOB, full-service restaurant replaces Jimena's Pizza & Re...