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The Man Who Ran for Greece, and the Man Who Changed the Race
In 1946, Stylianos Kyriakides ran the Boston Marathon for a starving Greece. In 1975, Bob Hall made it possible for wheelchair athletes to compete. Their runs changed the race forever.
Corthion Andros Society to Hold 65th Annual Dance on May 2
The Corthion Andros Society’s 65th Annual Dance will take place May 2 at The Merion in Cinnaminson, NJ, featuring live music and an open bar.
Constantine “Dino” Zoumboulides
Constantine “Dino” Zoumboulides, born in Athens and a longtime West Norriton resident, passed away on April 15, 2026. He was remembered for his love of soccer and bicycling, as well as his lasting friendships.
Greece Paired with Florida National Guard in Expanding U.S. Defense Ties
Greece has been paired with the Florida National Guard through the U.S. State Partnership Program, expanding cooperation in training, security, and crisis response.
Name Days this Week: April 19 – 25, 2026
Greek name days celebrated from April 19 to 25, 2026, as communities mark the period after Easter.
Who Owns Patsas? A Bowl of Soup and an Old Argument Across the Aegean
A campaign in Thessaloniki to recognize patsas as part of Greece’s cultural heritage has stirred reactions in Turkish media, reviving a familiar dispute over food, identity, and shared history across the Aegean.
Panel in New York Explores Pontic Greek Genocide Through Vatican Archives
A New York panel explored Vatican archival evidence on the Pontic Greek Genocide, focusing on missionary accounts and ongoing debates over historical recognition.
Greek Jewish Festival Highlights Romaniote Heritage in New York City on May 17
The Greek Jewish Festival takes place May 17, 2026 in New York City with music, food, dance, and synagogue tours on the Lower East Side.
Cyprus Has a “Plan” for the British Bases. But What Does That Really Mean?
Cyprus says it has a plan for the British bases, but the balance of power tells a different story. A closer look at sovereignty, leverage, and what can actually change.
Offshore Wealth Still Drains Billions from Greece, Estimates Show
Estimates show large amounts of Greek wealth remain offshore, limiting tax revenue despite new enforcement tools and international data sharing.
Christ Gust Kraras
Christ Gust Kraras, known for his work in Reading and his decades of service at Saints Constantine and Helen Church, passed away March 23, 2026, at 79.
Petals & Purses: Annunciation Evangelismos PTO to Host Annual Designer Bag Event in Elkins Park
Annunciation Evangelismos PTO hosts its Petals & Purses fundraiser on April 18, 2026, in Elkins Park, PA. Dinner, prizes, tickets required.
