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Community | 41st Annual Heritage Day of Portugal in Massachusetts – Boston, MA

The 41st Annual Heritage Day of Portugal in Massachusetts, organized by the Portuguese American Legislative Caucus (PALC), will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Massachusetts State House. PALC is co-chaired by Rep. Antonio Cabral, along with Sen. Michael Rodrigues. This annual event, inspired by the celebrations of June 10, Day of Portugal, […]

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Travel | Azores Airlines updates its North American routes – Azores

Streamlining its operations, Azores Airlines, the transatlantic carrier of the Azores archipelago operated by Grupo SATA, has made changes to its North American network for the summer 2025 season, dropping several routes introduced in 2024, while introducing new routes. To focus on core markets while enhancing connectivity through its hub in Ponta Delgada,  Azores Airlines […]

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Community | Day of Portugal celebrates national pride worldwide – Portugal

On June 10, 2025, Portugal celebrates its National Day, known as ‘Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas’ (Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities). This annual celebration honors the nation’s heritage and the contributions of Portuguese communities worldwide. This public holiday, which commemorates the death of Luís de Camões on June […]

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Travel | United Airlines launches summer flights to Funchal and Ponta Delgada

Starting June 7, 2025, United Airlines will launch nonstop flights between Funchal (Madeira) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The new route will operate three times per week—on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—through September 24, 2025. This new nonstop connection, offering a convenient option for travelers seeking direct access between Madeira and the New York metropolitan […]

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Symposium | Atlantic cooperation for ocean preservation and safety – Azores

The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired today the opening session of the “V Maritime Security Course – Climate Change & Security Challenges in the Atlantic,” which is taking place in Ponta Delgada and will run until June 6. Promoted by the Atlantic Centre, the initiative brings together representatives from various countries […]

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Community | Portuguese Heritage Month celebrated across Canada

On June 1st, Canadian politician Steven Guilbeault (PC/ MP)  honored Portuguese Heritage Month, celebrated in June across Canada, with an official statement highlighting the rich history, culture, and contributions of Portuguese Canadians.  Steven Guilbeault,  Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture, released the following:   OTTAWA, June 1, 2025 In June, we are pleased to mark […]

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