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Angelo Devito, a professor in the electrical and computer engineering departments for the past 44 years, just wants his students to be successful. That’s why he does what he can to relate to his students and form a relationship with each and every one of them. Devito is a self-described “traditional” man who wholly believes in wearing a tie to work...

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Pizza enthusiasts from around New York made the pilgrimage to Bensonhurst-Brooklyn and bid farewell to Lenny’s Pizzeria, which served its last pies on Sunday, Feb. 19, after 70 years in business. The Bensonhurst institution, located at 1969 86th St., rose to fame when it was featured in the iconic opening scene of the 1977 hit film “Saturday Nigh...

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Councilman David Carr announced the revival of the NYC Council’s Italian Caucus this week, along with six of his colleagues in the Council: Minority Leader Joseph Borelli (R-Staten Island), Councilwoman Joanne Ariola (R-Queens), Councilman Justin Brannan (D-Brooklyn), Councilman James Gennaro (D-Queens), Councilman Robert Holden (D-Queens), and Cou...

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There aren’t many restaurants that last for an entire century, but Casa Basso in Westthampton on Long Island in New York is almost there. It will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2028. This classic Italian restaurant has been serving Long Islanders and visitors since Calvin Coolidge was president! Today, it offers excellent cuisine in a unique se...

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If you missed Cristiana Pegoraro in the fall, make sure you put Friday, March 10 on your calendar. The evening of music and poetry influenced & inspired by women begins with a reception at 6:15 PM. Columbus Citizens Foundation - 8 East 69th Street, New York, NY 10021 RSVP Here. Cristiana's return to the Townhouse is dedicated to women and passion,...

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The Galbani Italian Heritage Festival will be held on Hertel Avenue once again this summer, with organizers on Wednesday officially announcing the dates of the 2023 event. The beloved street festival will bring Buffalo’s robust Italian dining scene back to North Buffalo in mid-July, running Friday through Sunday, July 14-16. The three-day event is...

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The Town of Greece has a new restaurant, Cotoletta. It’s open everyday except Monday. The Italian restaurant is in Elm Ridge Center in Greece, a plaza that has seen significant revitalization in the past two years. Cotoletta is a throwback Italian casual eatery. The owner of the new restaurant, Jay Speranza, also owns Rochester staple Tony D’s. “I...

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A sign was dedicated to Utica’s first Italian-American mayor, Dominick Assaro, in East Utica Friday afternoon. The sign sits at the Dominick Assaro Industrial Park on Dwyer Avenue. Assaro served as mayor of Utica from 1968 to 1971. Several of his family members gathered with city officials for the sign unveiling. “Family was so important to him and...

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023. 9:00 am et – 11:00 am et. Italian Trade Commission - 33 East 67th Street (off of Madison Avenue) - New York City. Cappuccino and colazione! Breakfast will be served. Please RSVP here. The Next Generation of Italian Beauty. Please join us for an engaging panel discussion that will explore the next generation of Italian beau...

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Casual, independently-owned red sauce joints have been the backbone of Italian food in Western New York for decades, but over the years, we’ve seen them decline in numbers. The new Bella Ciao in the Avant building Downtown isn’t a new red sauce joint, but it is a logical step forward that is more focused on modern tastes. Set in a beautiful space,...

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