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Westerly native Salvatore J. Augeri Sr., a former coach and Westerly Public Schools superintendent, has been honored and celebrated many times during his storied career for his notable achievements and contributions to the people and town of Westerly. Yet he was totally taken aback by his latest recognition. No stranger to recognition, Augeri is ch...

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I came to Neapolis for the zeppole. I stayed for everything else. That includes the company of chef/proprietor Pasquale Illiano, whose roots in Naples, Italy, show in all he does. They are also evident on all the shelves and display cases. At this Italian food emporium, most of the packaged products are imported, organic or artisan. He relishes tel...

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Rhode Island might be the smallest state in the US, but it still manages to pack in a ton of attractions and must-visit destinations. If you’re looking for a cultural and culinary adventure that will transport you to a different place entirely, you might want to move Rhode Island’s Little Italy a few places up on your bucket list. This authentic It...

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If you’re hunting for the perfect meal in Rhode Island, there are many options to choose from because we really are a mecca for foodies and it’s hard to make a bad choice! That said, sometimes you find yourself hankering for something very specific. If your cravings are for a well crafted meal from one of the more rustic restaurants in Rhode Island...

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From the night Bellini opened its doors, its eager crowd settled into their seats like Al Hirschfeld’s “Algonquin Round Table.” On any given evening, the most recognizable figures in Providence congregate in the restaurant: the newly appointed United States Secretary of Commerce, local real estate magnates and their lawyers, equity officers breakin...

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Thursday March 10, 2022. 7:00pm EST. Martinos Auditorium at Granoff Center for the Creative Arts, 154 Angell St, Providence, RI. The ninth edition of “Il Cinema Ritrovato on Tour” (Rediscovered Cinema on Tour) will take place from March 10-12, 2022 at the Granoff Center for the Creative Arts, Brown University. The festival is curated by Massimo Riv...

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The National Organization of Italian American Women announced the appointment of Robin Tagliaferri as the new Rhode Island Region President to its membership on the 6th of January, 2022. Tagliaferri brings to NOIAW a deep, well-rounded portfolio in nonprofit administration. Her career spans some 25 years with experience in museums, arts organizatio...

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For more than a century, Federal Hill has been the center of Italian-American culture in Rhode Island. Known locally as "The Hill," this culinary hub is home to some of the most storied dining establishments in the Northeast. Atwells Avenue is the main drag. It starts at Broadway, across the street from the Hilton Providence, and continues across R...

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The Italo American Club, 477 Broadway, Providence (RI), will be offering free tours beginning Monday, Feb. 7, and every Monday thereafter from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The club owns the former John E. Troup II house, built in 1881. The Italo American Club invites the public to schedule a tour by calling 401-621-5600. “We are proud of our Italian heritage...

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Alfred Crudale knew Rhode Island had strong Italian roots and produced several Italian newspapers throughout the state. However, he did not realize that number exceeded his expectations until he started conducting extensive research at the Rhode Island Historical Library in Providence for his book “The Voices of Italy: Italian Newspapers and Radio...

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