Italian Embassy in US presents American tour by Paolo Fresu
The new American tour of Italian trumpeter Paolo Fresu, performing in duo with American pianist Uri Caine, begins today August 31 in Washington, with a performance at the most important jazz festival in the U.S. capital—the DC Jazz Fest. This long-standing musical partnership, celebrated by critics and always appreciated by audiences, will be prese...
La Festa Italiana in Scranton, PA set for Labor Day Weekend
Get a taste of Italy this weekend when the streets of Courthouse Square come alive with food, culture, and music. La Festa Italiana will be held Labor Day weekend from Friday through Monday, Aug. 30 to September 2, 2024 in the heart of downtown Scranton. The food festival hours run Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m , Saturday and Sunday from 11:00...
David Cupoli Named ‘Son of San Gennaro’ and Councilwoman Maria Rondinaro Selected as ‘Daughter of San Gennaro’
The 12th Annual Feast of San Gennaro Festival is set to return to Belmar on Saturday, September 7th, offering residents and visitors alike a chance to immerse themselves in Italian culture and cuisine. The festival, honoring St. Januarius, the patron saint of Naples, and celebrating Italian-American heritage, will take place at Pyanoe Plaza on 9th...
Ravens offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris dies at age 70
Baltimore Ravens offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris died Sunday morning at the age of 70, the team announced. D'Alessandris had been hospitalized for the past two weeks with what the Ravens had described as "an acute illness" that required ongoing treatment for an extended period. Ravens coach John Harbaugh said at the time that D'Alessandris h...
A humble Brooklyn pizza shop was the seed of a self-made restaurant empire
From his humble beginnings in the impoverished seaside town of Monte di Procida, province of Naples, obstacles are nothing new to Luciano Lamberti, the youngest of Giuseppe and Rosa Lamberti’s five children. In fact, in authentic Italian immigrant style, he uses them to fuel his projects instead. His latest – Luciano Lamberti Restaurant and Sunset...
Statue of Italian Saint by Newark Penn Station to be Returned ‘Home’
A statue of Mother St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, revered for her work educating children, will be brought to where followers of the Italian saint can see it on their way to prayer. The new location for the Mother Cabrini statue will be on the grounds of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, the parish that in the 1950s donated the statue to the city for p...
Peter Cancro is the epitome of Jersey strong
Peter Cancro started his meteoric rise to becoming one of the most profitable CEOs in the country at the age of 14. He has become a beacon of success as CEO and Founder of Jersey Mike’s Subs. His hard working and focused journey began at Mikle’s Submarines in Point Pleasant New Jersey when working after school and the summer at Mike’s which was clo...
A Tribute to Congressman Bill Pascrell from COPOMIAO
New Jersey Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., a 14-term incumbent and a fixture in his hometown of Paterson for more than 40 years, passed away Wednesday at the age of 87. "Bill, a devoted grandfather, father and husband, embodied the kind of collaborative leadership that is sorely missing in Washington today," said COPOMIAO President Basil Russo. "His elevat...
‘Opera in the Outfield’ brings Puccini to Nats Park with new ending by ‘Succession’ scribe
The Washington National Opera’s “Turandot” was sold out at the Kennedy Center in the spring. This Saturday, you can see it free on the Nationals Park jumbotron during the 19th annual “Opera in the Outfield.” “It’s an annual tradition for us,” General Director Timothy O’Leary told WTOP. “It’s one of our favorite days of the year because it’s a gift...
A Major Step Forward: The Italians of Newark
This weekend I had a moment of simultaneous panic and joy. My book, The Italians of Newark: A History, is now available for pre-order. I’ll be honest, when I saw it online, I felt the blood drain from my face. It has been 16 months since I signed the contract with The History Press, and another eight to twelve months of research before I made my pi...
The National Italian American Foundation mourns the loss of Congressman Bill Pascrell Jr.
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) mourns the passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr., a proud Italian American and tireless advocate for the Italian American community. Pascrell, who represented New Jersey's 9th Congressional District for nearly three decades, died on Wednesday at the age of 87. "Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. w...
Street Renamed In Honor Of Lifeguard Killed In South Seaside Park
It's been almost three years since lightning from a sudden thunderstorm struck and killed 19-year-old Keith Pinto, who was working as a lifeguard in South Seaside Park. The tragic death left a permanent mark on Berkeley Township, and now Pinto's name will continue to live on as 22nd Avenue has been renamed to "Keith Pinto Way." Mayor John Bacchione...