09 June 2025
When forced to choose a topic for a mandatory high school project, Alex sarcastically says “hummingbirds” because one is hovering outside the window. Alex has no idea that this offhand choice will lead them to uncover hidden family histories in a mysterious journal from the 1860s, find an essential role in a community nest-finding network, […]
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09 June 2025
Today, June 9, the people of the Azores are celebrating Azores Day—Dia da Região Autónoma dos Açores (Day of the Autonomous Region of the Azores)—a regional public holiday observed each year on the Monday following Pentecost, also known as Holy Spirit Monday. This movable feast honors both the archipelago’s deeply rooted religious traditions and its […]
Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, Heritage, Portugal, Religion, Terceira, World
07 June 2025
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, […]
Posted in Awards, Azores, Community, Featured, Heritage, Organizations, People, Portugal, World
07 June 2025
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 […]
Posted in Azores, Community, Featured, Madeira, Portugal, São Miguel, Terceira, Travel, World
06 June 2025
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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04 June 2025
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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