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The New Castle Sons of Italy turned 100. Lodge No. 1171, with its main hall at 905 S. Mill St., was originally chartered Oct. 2, 1922, and a celebration was held last Saturday. Around 220 people came in to celebrate throughout the day, which included a chicken Parmesan pasta dinner, Nunzio Burrelli as dinner entertainment and four local bands after...

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More than 200 people attended the event, where the association honored its chosen 'Italian American Man of the Year.' This year Dr. Vincent Ross, who specialized in Pediatrics in Scranton for more than 50 years, was awarded. "Dr. Ross is a pillar in this community. He has helped hundreds, if not thousands, of children over the years. Everybody know...

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The Montedoro Society of Pittston conducted the 100th annual Mother of the Rosary procession on Sunday, Oct. 2, at 3 p.m. The procession was held at the exact same time it was conducted at Montedoro, Italy. The procession stepped off from Orioles Park on Pine Street in Pittston Township and paraded around several neighborhood blocks chanting in Ita...

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Just in time for Columbus Day in Philadelphia, the box that encloses the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza has a fresh coat of green, white and red paint. City officials say they spruced up the box at the request of district Councilman Mark Squilla. The statue was a source of controversy during racial justice protests two years ago, prom...

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"This year's Day of the Contemporary offers a unique opportunity to address complex and increasingly topical issues such as sustainability and climate change in a different way," said Italy's Ambassador to the United States, Mariangela Zappia. "Italy's commitment to addressing these challenges and promoting more environmentally friendly practices i...

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Chris Barge is a big fan of Frank Sinatra’s song “My Way,” and that’s how he wanted to do things with his new restaurant venture on Main Street in Luzerne – his way. He named the restaurant that he opened with his girlfriend, Kristy Burginia, Mia Via. In Italian, La Mia Via means “My Way.” Between his love for the song and a unique spin on many tra...

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Tulip Pasta & Wine Bar, tucked away in Fishtown, might not be slinging anything new to Philadelphia, but it's a mighty fine addition to the neighborhood's scene. What's happening: I checked out Tulip's second preview weekend on Friday, which featured four courses with wine pairings — but the spot is set to start its regular, a la carte service this...

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Former district attorney and county commissioner Michael Marino made a return visit to the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners Thursday with a request: Restore the Columbus Day holiday in Montgomery County. The well-known county lawyer was joined by more than 25 other area residents donning “restore Columbus Day” name tags in solidarity. Marin...

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Italian Sons and Daughters of America (ISDA) and its legal team, led by George Bochetto, Esq., strongly believe that Common Pleas Judge John McVay Jr. erred in his ruling. The Court ruled that the ISDA may not infringe on the City’s right to free speech, but the problem is: that was not the issue before the Court. Our Complaint raises the issue tha...

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The Broadway musical version of “Rocky” finally makes its triumphant premiere! “ROCKY, the Musical,” based on the Academy Award-winning film, features new musical numbers, along with favorites including “Eye of the Tiger” and “Gonna Fly Now.” (Starts Oct. 4, Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St, Philadelphia. www.walnutstreettheatre.org) Dedicated t...

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