These Italian Villages Will Pay You Up To $45,000 To Move There
Italy is peppered with pretty, culture-rich villages that look idyllic in the eyes of visitors. But thousands of these communities are suffering from depopulation as inhabitants seek better economic opportunities in cities. To combat this phenomenon, several regions and municipalities have implemented incentive programs to attract new residents. In...
After 76 years, Cerbo family closes lumber yard that 'helped build Parsippany'
From their vantage point along Route 46, the Cerbo family has not only witnessed the exponential growth of their hometown, but supplied much of the material that transformed it into the largest municipality in Morris County. "We helped to build a lot of Parsippany," said Cathy Cerbo, who closed her family business, Cerbo's Lumber and Hardware, on T...
Italian wine exports, Veneto the locomotive driving growth in first 6 months 2024
Although in a very complicated international framework, Italian wine exports, at the halfway mark of the first half of 2024, remain positive, with a growth of +3.1% in value (for 3.8 billion euros) and 2.5% in quantity (1.06 billion liters), in the fragmented Italian panorama, there are Regions that drive growth, and others that, instead, slow down...
An evening of traditional Sicilian music with Michela Musolino and Lorenzo Piccone
The Kittredge Arts Center at Warren Wilson College (701 Warren Wilson Rd Swannanoa, NC) presents Cantu: an evening of Sicilian Folk Music interpreted by Michela Musolino in concert with special guest artist, Lorenzo Piccone, on September 17th. Door open at 6:30pm. Show begins at 7pm. Meet & Greet at 8:30pm. Tickets here. Internationally recognized...
NH law forces Columbus Day to be recognized by cities, towns that replaced it
Cities and towns in New Hampshire are now required by state law to recognize Columbus Day, shining a fresh spotlight on the controversy between the holiday and Indigenous People’s Day.House Bill 1014, signed by Gov. Chris Sununu in July, mandates New Hampshire civics classroom instruction include information on state laws governing elections and vo...
Paesano Days in Redding (CA) celebrates Italian culture with food, games, and more
Paesano Days is back at South City Park in Redding this weekend. The festival is hosted by the Sons of Italy Redding chapter to celebrate Italian heritage with the community. Here, patrons can enjoy Italian food, a basket raffle, arts and crafts, a car show, and bocce ball, among other fun features. Paesano Days 2024 Chairperson JT Tasello told KR...
Oscars 2024, here are the 18 Italian films nominated to represent Italy
The 18 Italian films vying to compete for the Best International Feature Film nomination at the 2024 Oscars have been officially selected. These titles aspire to represent Italy at the 97th Academy Awards, in the prestigious International Feature Film Award category. The nominated films had their first distribution in Italy or abroad (excluding the...
Mount Carmel Italian fest raises largest amount of money in 24-year history
It was a night of celebration and recognition at Youngstown’s Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica. Dozens of volunteers and sponsors came together to be honored by the church for another successful Italian Festival. WKBN was among those recognized for our many years of sponsorship and support for the festival. At the end of the night, all of the mone...
Procession of Saint Lucy statue following Mass in Italian likely to become new La Festa Italiana tradition
As the 48th annual Italian Mass concluded on Sept. 1, 2024, a new tradition was born. For the first time, a procession of faithful led a statue of Saint Lucy from the Cathedral of Saint Peter about a block away to Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton, to kick off the third day of La Festa Italiana. “We’re all about tradition,” Chris DiMattio, La...
When Is the Best Time to Visit the Amalfi Coast?
The Amalfi Coast is synonymous with summer vacations–boat trips, beach bars, and endless Aperol spritz. So, in July and August, the coastline is a crush of visitors. If you don’t like crowds, consider shoulder seasons, which can sometimes be even more pleasant than peak periods. Even visiting in winter has its attractions. Here’s what to expect on...
Review: Joe Benny’s is Back as Benny’s in Little Italy
In the spring of 2023, Joe Benny’s, a casual Little Italy restaurant beloved for its meatballs, focaccia pizza, and unstuffy attitude, closed after a decade-long run. It was yet another post-pandemic blow for a gastronomically iconic neighborhood where unfortunately more restaurants seemed to be closing than opening. Today, Little Italy’s outlook l...
A Local’s Guide To Polignano A Mare, Puglia
Polignano a Mare is one of the most iconic destinations in Puglia. Only 20 miles south of Bari, it has long been a favorite seaside destination for locals. Polignano is known for its stunning beaches surrounded by high cliffs and a pretty historic center with excellent restaurants, views and artisanal shops. Most people visit Polignano on a day tri...