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George Peter Sideris
George Peter Sideris, devoted husband, dedicated father, and trusted friend, age 74, of Marlton, NJ, lost his battle with leukemia on November 14, 2021. George was born on February 28, 1947, in Plainfield, NJ George…
St. Thomas celebrating the Entrance of the Theotokos to the Temple and St. Thomas Youth Sunday
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Community will be welcoming His Grace Bishop Apostolos of Medeia this Sunday, November 21, 2021, as they will celebrate the Entrance of the Theotokos to the Temple and St. Thomas Youth…
Pontian Akritai Dance Canceled
Due to continuing circumstances surrounding Covid-19, the Pontian Akritai Dance, customarily held during Thanksgiving weekend at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, has been canceled. The dance will be rescheduled for a future…
Konstantinos G. “Gus” Costalas
Konstantinos G. “Gus” Costalas, age 86, of Broomall, PA, passed away on November 10, 2021. Predeceased by his wife Lena (nee DiMitri) and his brother Edward. He is survived by his 5 sons George K.…
Chrisafia A. Chrisanthopoulos
Chrisafia A. Chrisanthopoulos peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on Friday, November 5, 2021, with her beloved son by her side. Chrisafia was born in September 1937, to Sotirios A. and Petroula (Calomeris) Koutsovitis, in…
Greater Philadelphia Committee of IOCC Hosts 10th Anniversary Benefit
Deptford, NJ – ‘‘All of you have responded to IOCC’s Mission to uplift the bodies and spirits of so many desperate and needy people in the world”, said MC Anthony Pantazopoulos. On Sunday, the International…
Father Christ Kontos Of St. Luke Celebrates 21 Years Of Service
Broomall, PA – On Sunday afternoon, St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church honored their beloved priest, Father Christ Kontos, with a luncheon to celebrate his 30th anniversary in the priesthood and 21st anniversary with the parish.…
Fifth District AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation Hosts 32nd Annual Fall Gala
Edison, NJ – The Fifth District AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation hosted its 32nd Annual Fall Gala on Saturday evening. AHEPANS and friends from around the country attended the fundraiser that continues to raise funds for…
AHEPA Testimonial for Past Supreme President George Horiates
On Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 6 pm, AHEPANS, Daughters of Penelope, Sons, and Maids are coming to Philadelphia for a testimonial dinner for last year’s President of AHEPA, George Horiates. The event is almost…
Remembering WWII Greek Veteran Anastasios Pogas
Anastasios Pogas was a man of service who cared deeply about people and the two countries he lived in. He arrived in Philadelphia from Greece as an immigrant in 1959. After washing dishes in diners…
Canadian Institute In Greece To Rename Facility After Film Studio Pioneer And Philanthropist Nick Mirkopoulos
The Canadian Institute in Greece (CIG) has announced that its revamped premises in Athens will be unveiled in the first half of 2022. It will be named after Greek-Canadian entrepreneur, film studio pioneer, and philanthropist…
St. Demetrios Administrative Position Available
Upper Darby, PA – St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church is now accepting applications for the position of office administrator. The position requires fluency in both Greek and English. Tasks will include reception of visitors and…
