Orange/West Orange Chapter of UNICO National Holds Annual Scholarship Dinner
On June 11, 2025, the Orange/West Orange Chapter (O/WO) of UNICO National held its annual scholarship dinner at the Hanover Manor in East Hanover, NJ. Chapter President and Scholarship Chair Frank V. Gonnella presided over the evening. The Chapter awards scholarships to students from West Orange High School (WOHS) and Seton Hall Prep. Scholarsh...
Cardiologist and sports collector DePace named a South Jersey Man of the Year
Dr. Nicholas L. DePace, a nationally known cardiologist, researcher, author and collector of sports memorabilia, was one of nine men recognized as Men of the Year in the November issue of South Jersey Magazine. In announcing the honorees, the magazine’s editors stated that they have one trait in common: “a desire to make a difference and to uplift...
An Evening With Francis Ford Coppola
When: Sunday, July 20, 2025 Doors Open 6PM • SHOWTIME 7PM - Where: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre • Basie Center Campus • 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, New Jersey Legendary director, Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, The Outsiders) is bringing his monumental 2024 film, MEGALOPOLIS, to select cities across the country. This e...
The St. Ann’s Feast in Hoboken Announces 2025 Dates
The St. Ann’s Feast is returning to Hoboken once again this summer at 704 Jefferson Street. This year’s festival marks its 115th annual celebration, and will take place from Wednesday, July 23rd to Sunday, July 27th, 2025. As per usual, locals can expect the infamous zeppoles, live entertainment, kiddie rides, a beer garden, and much more. The orga...
UNICO’s Brian Piccolo Awards honor pair of area scholar-athletes
The Rehoboth Area Chapter of UNICO recently held its 13th annual Brian Piccolo Scholarship program at St. Edmond Parish Hall. Each year a scholar-athlete of Italian heritage, who exemplifies courage, friendship, loyalty, teamwork, dedication, sense of humor and anti-bias, as modeled in the life and career of Brian Piccolo, is chosen for this honor....
The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival turns 150
On July 16, 1875, more than a decade before the town had its own Catholic parish, Italian immigrants in Hammonton met at the home of Antonio Capelli to pray to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, giving thanks for safe passage to the United States, for a successful harvest and for good fortune in the years to come. On July 16, 2025, the town of Hammonton wi...
Italian American Society of Kenilworth Presents Scholarship at Middle School Awards Ceremony
On Tuesday, June 10, David Brearley Middle School hosted its annual awards ceremony to celebrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service. The event was led by Principal John Perillo of David Brearley Middle High School and middle school guidance counselor Mrs. Megan Harrison, whose tireless dedication to the students is a shining ex...
Sports diplomacy: the Embassy of Italy in Washington celebrates Italian football at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025
On the eve of Juventus’s debut match in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025—scheduled for this evening at Audi Field Stadium in Washington, DC against Al Ain—the Embassy of Italy in the United States hosted today, in collaboration with Juventus and FIFA, a gathering with members of the Italian community and a group of students from local schools. The Char...
Washington Spirit signs forward Sofia Cantore, first Italian NWSL player
The Washington Spirit is adding more international flavor to its roster while bolstering its attack for the second half of the National Women’s Soccer League season. Washington signed Italian forward Sofia Cantore on a three-year deal with a 2028 team option in a transfer from Italian side Juventus FC. She will officially join the Spirit once the s...
Scotch Plains-Fanwood UNICO Presents Donation to Hearing Loss Association of NJ
Scotch Plains-Fanwood UNICO announced a recent donation to the Hearing Loss Association of America – New Jersey Chapter (HLAA-NJ), furthering its commitment to supporting organizations that make a meaningful impact in the community. SPF UNICO First Vice President Daniela Sellinger was honored to present the donation to Rachel Lieberman, Vice Presi...
Following in father’s footsteps, brothers rely on Italian materials at their shoe shops
Italy is fundamental in two ways in the businesses run by Dan Pisano (Pisano Riding Boot Repair in Kimberton, Pa.) and his brother Michael Pisano (Pisano and Son Shoe Repair in Malvern, Pa.). The first is their heritage: They learned the trade from their father Dominic, an immigrant from Naples. The second is their supplies: They use high-quality l...
Andrea Califano Honored in Philadelphia for Pioneering Cancer Research
Andrea Califano, a world-renowned biomedical engineer and leader in systems biology, has been awarded the Stanley P. Reimann Honor Award, the highest distinction granted by the Fox Chase Cancer Center since its establishment in 1974. The recognition celebrates individuals whose contributions have had a lasting impact on cancer research. “It is my...