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Newton Residents Rebel Against Removal of Italian Flag Colors

7/28/2025

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In Newton, Massachusetts, city officials sparked outrage by removing the vibrant Italian flag colors from Adams Street before a cultural festival, claiming safety concerns. Defiant residents quickly repainted the colors, emphasizing their deep-rooted significance. The St. Mary of Carmen Society condemned the act, calling it a disrespectful affront to Italian American heritage and community pride.

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In Newton, Massachusetts, city officials sparked outrage by removing the vibrant Italian flag colors from Adams Street before a cultural festival, claiming safety concerns. Defiant residents quickly repainted the colors, emphasizing their deep-rooted significance. The St. Mary of Carmen Society condemned the act, calling it a disrespectful affront to Italian American heritage and community pride.