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The New Jersey Italian Heritage Commission (NJIHC) is proud to announce the launch of its latest educational initiative, The Creation of America: The Roman Legacy. This newly developed curriculum lesson delves into the profound influence of the ancient Roman Republic on the formation of the US, offering students a unique opportunity to explore the...

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In New Jersey, a talented author has been weaving a tapestry of stories that celebrate family, tradition, and the beauty of childhood. Marlana DeMarco Hogan, a retired Italian teacher and passionate storyteller, has written a series of five children’s books that transport readers through time and place, from the sun-kissed hills of Italy to the san...

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Wildwood food enthusiasts, prepare to savor a taste of Italian delight right by the shore! Johnnie’s Italian Specialties, celebrated for its delectable Italian cuisine and authentic flavors, is expanding to Wildwood with a new location aptly named “Johnnie’s By the Sea.” Many may recognize Johnnie’s Italian Specialties from its popular main locatio...

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For 115 years, the Italian enclave of Raritan, N.J., would process the statue of Saint Rocco through the streets to kick off an Italian summer Festa filled with food, fraternity, and festivity. That is, until the COVID-19 pandemic sent the historic celebration grinding to a halt in 2020. As each year passed without a feast, the return of the belove...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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