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RIP: Julius La Rosa


The New York Times pays tribute...

Julius La Rosa, Singer Who Found Success After a Public Firing, Dies at 86

Robert D. McFadden of The New York Times captures the remarkable life of the celebrated singer. Read the full article… 

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    Robert D. McFadden, The New York Times

  • May 19, 2016

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Protect Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park Columbus Statue Before It’s Too Late

The Pittsburgh Art Commission will convene next week to discuss the fate of the statue that symbolizes Italian Americans' triumph over discrimination.

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