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George John Tsavalas
George John Tsavalas, born in Gerakas, Greece, and a longtime Delaware engineer, is remembered for his work, his family, and his deep ties to the Greek community.
Marinella: A Voice That Carried an Era
Marinella, one of the most important voices in Greek popular music, has died at 87. A look at her life, career, and lasting impact.
Camp Good Shepherd 2026 Offers Orthodox Summer Experience for Youth Across the Metropolis of New Jersey
Registration is open for Camp Good Shepherd 2026, the Orthodox youth summer camp of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey, with sessions in Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey.
Youth Voices Take Center Stage at Sights and Sounds Festival
GOYA youth from across the Delaware Valley gathered in Wilmington for the Sights and Sounds Festival, where essays, art, and photography explored faith, identity, and community.
At the Stathakion, a New Look at How Americans Saw the Greek Revolution
A new exhibition at the Stathakion Cultural Center in Astoria explores how Americans responded to the Greek Revolution of 1821, tracing early philhellenism and transatlantic connections.
Michelin-Star Chef Andreas Mavrommatis, Ambassador of Greek Cuisine in Paris, Dies at 69
Cypriot chef Andreas Mavrommatis, founder of the Michelin-starred Mavrommatis restaurant in Paris and a leading ambassador of Greek cuisine in France, has died at 69.
When Is Greek Orthodox Easter 2026? Dates, Traditions, and the Meaning of Pascha
Greek Orthodox Easter in 2026 falls on April 12. Learn the key dates, Holy Week traditions, and the meaning of Pascha in Greece and the diaspora.
After-Parade Gathering to Be Held at Uptown Beer Garden on April 26
An after-parade gathering will take place at Uptown Beer Garden in Philadelphia following the Greek Independence Day parade on April 26.
White House Marks Greek Independence Day as March 25 Is Observed in Philadelphia and Across Greek-American Communities
The White House marks Greek Independence Day 2026 with a proclamation, as communities in Philadelphia and across the U.S. observe March 25 through tradition and celebration.
A Major Logistics Bet in Western Attica, With Key Questions Still Unresolved
A major logistics project in western Attica is positioned as a gateway between Asia and Europe, but key details on its scale, timeline, and permitting remain unclear.
Greek Institute of Venice Begins Major Digitization of Historic Greek Archives
A major project is digitizing centuries of archives from the Greek community of Venice, opening an important part of diaspora history to wider public access.
Philadelphia Greek Independence Day Parade Set for April 26 on the Parkway
The Philadelphia Greek Independence Day Parade will take place on April 26 on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Find route, time, and participation details.
