Tag: Janice Mancuso

Thirty-One Days of Italians for Italian American Heritage Month

September 30, 2025

by Janice Therese Mancuso The legacy of Italians who contributed to the growth and prosperity of America is a significant part of American history, but often overlooked. Iconic products that symbolized American life – Zamboni, Radio Flyer, Tropicana, Planters Peanuts, Subway, Jeno’s – and concepts that improved American standards – Giannini’s bank, a Montessori education,…
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Josie’s Story, by Janice Therese Mancuso

March 6, 2025

Last year, on March 19th, four generations of family gathered on the corner of 118th Street and FirstAvenue in East Harlem to honor Giuseppina Santo in a street co-naming ceremony. It was a day ofcelebration, a loving tribute to a mother and grandmother, but it was filled with sadness. Just a few feetfrom the busy…
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On Being Italian

January 29, 2025

Being Italian is not just a label. It is a call to change and the rekindling of traditions. Read about Janice Mancuso’s work in reshaping the way society views being Italian.

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