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Faith And Unwavering Loyalty, Emmanuel Leventelis Founding Member Of St. Demetrios
A veteran of two wars, WWII and Korea, Emmanuel Leventelis is also a member of the only Greek-American Veterans of Foreign War Post 6633. His military service and dedication to veterans are well known in…
Saint Thomas Golden Jubilee Gala
Berlin, NJ – St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church celebrated its fiftieth year as a parish on Sunday. The day was marked with speeches and traditional folk dancing. Some 450 guests, members of the clergy, and…
Evangelismos Greek Food Festival, Where Traditional Stands Tall
Philadelphia, PA – Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church hosted its annual Fall Greek Food festival this past weekend. Parishioners cooked up traditional foods from Greece and served them up fresh for customers that lined the giant white…
Brotherhood of Demati announces Annual Dinner Dance
Deptford, NJ – The Brotherhood of Demati are sponsoring their annual dance this year at Adelphia Restaurant & Lounge. The evening promises a celebration of music, dance and Greek atmosphere we know and love. Featured…
The Endearing Legacy Of Danielle Kousoulis Continues
Williamstown, NJ – Two years after the loss of Danielle Kousoulis at the tragedy known as 9-11, the annual Danielle Kousoulis Memorial Cup Tournament was established. For 15 years now, her family and friends continue…
Philly Cheesesteak Eating Contest Crowns New Champion From West Coast
Philadelphia, PA – Citizens Bank Park was the scene of the third annual Philly Cheesesteak Festival this year. Thousands of Cheesesteak aficionados and fans came out to sample the region’s best steaks and enjoy the…
Greek Affair Celebrates 40 Years
Broomall, PA – St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church is hosting its annual Greek Affair this weekend. The 5-day festival reached a milestone this year and celebrated its 40th anniversary. The annual event attracts Greek food…
A Tradition Continue For Orthodox Faithful, The 70th Annual Blessing Of The Waters
Asbury Park, NJ – On a warm Sunday along the Atlantic Ocean, Orthodox faithful gathered to continue the traditional “Blessing of the Waters.” The day began with the Divine Liturgy of the Feast of the…
Nicholas P. Papadakos
Nicholas P. Papadakos retired Justice, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, age 92, of McKeesport, died Monday, September 11, 2017. Born January 24, 1925, in Hoboken, NJ, son of the late Rev. Petros M. Papadakos and Presbytera…
Never Forget
By John Pogas 16 years ago today our nation was attacked by cowards and our world was changed forever. 2,996 innocent people died that day. I lost 176 Aon colleagues. I wept bitterly for days afterward.…
St. Sophia’s Greek Festival: Greece was a little closer this weekend
Jeffersonville, PA – From Loukoumades to the Lamb shanks and everything in between, it’s Greek food lover’s journey. St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church kicked off the fall festival season with the first Greek festival. Thousands…
Evangelismos of Theotokos: A Grecian Food Lovers Delight kicks off
Philadelphia, PA – Evangelismos Greek Orthodox church is all about tradition when it comes to Greek food. It’s a real Greek dining experience. If you love Greek food, then this is the place. Spanakopita, Pastitsio,…
