His Grace Bishop Demetrios of Mokissos, Chancellor of the Metropolis of Chicago, has been reappointed to the United States Commission on Civil Rights, Illinois State Advisory Committee. His Grace is one of eighteen Illinois social advocates selected serve the committee for two-year terms. A statement from Metropolis of Chicago reads, the “re-appointment is an honor for the [...]
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Internet’s Newest Phenomenon Right Here in Chicago
Seen the film “Social Network,” or heard stories about the evolution of Google? Then you have an idea of what’s happening in Chicago. CouponTrade, launched in April, is the Internet’s newest phenomenon. The fast-growing company is the brainchild of George D. Bousis, 24. He and business partner Brad Wasz are well on their way [...]
Hellenic Post Honors Heroes on Memorial Day
The American Legion Hellenic Post 343 honored our nation’s fallen heroes this past Memorial Day, at the site of the Hellenic American Veterans Memorial at Elmwood Cemetery in River Grove, Ill. A. Steve Betzelos, Chairman of the Hellenic American Veterans Memorial Committee paid tribute to our military. In his remarks, he stated, “Memorial Day, [...]
Greek-American Restaurateur Gets Street Named After Him
Petros Mastoris, also known as Peter Masters, was honored recently by former Mayor Richard M. Daley and the City Council of Chicago, when a section of Historic South Cicero Avenue was renamed as HONORARY PETER MASTERS BLVD. The award was bestowed on the 30th anniversary of his Peter Masters Restaurant in Chicago. Peter is a restaurateur, poet, [...]
John Vlahakis Takes a Bite out of Green
To say that John Vlahakis is passionate about the environment is an understatement. The founder and president of Earth Friendly Products, manufacturer of the top-selling ECOS “green” laundry detergent and many other 100% natural cleansers, authored a book called Green Bites: Ecologic Musings from the Front. This ode to all things green educates without being [...]
Award-Winning Salesman Takes Childhood Dream to the Movies
John Marinopoulos always wanted to be in the film business. He’s had successful careers in the petroleum business and in sales, but he couldn’t quell the persistent calling of his childhood dream. About two years ago, he made that dream a reality. We caught up with John recently to discuss his life and his work with a [...]
Maria Menounos Signs Books in Chicago
Reporter, TV host, producer, actress and author Maria Menounos was in Chicago yesterday to sign copies of her new book, The EveryGirl’s Guide to Life. A positive role model for young girls to follow, her book shares wisdom she’s learned over the years from experts, and from her mom. The engaging personality spoke about her [...]
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05 / 23 Greek Relief from Archaeological Museum of Athens Goes on View At Getty Villa
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05 / 23 2012 Global Summit of Women to Take Place in Athens
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05 / 23 Τsantes Family Donates $100,000 in Support of Hellenic Studies Program
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05 / 23 George Tsetsekos to Step Down as Dean of LeBow College
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05 / 22 Campaign Calls on Greeks Outside of the Country to Support Their Homeland
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07 / 23 St. Nicholas of Manhattan in Ruins while Mosque Rises
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08 / 12 John Thomas Financial CEO Thomas Belesis Is Optimistic @FoxBusiness
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11 / 27 Greek American Pihakis Busted by Feds for $5.8 Million
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08 / 03 George Demos Tells Fox News We Must Rebuild St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church at Ground Zero
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12 / 27 Greek Orthodox Community of America Renounced Anti-Semitic Statements by Metropolitan Seraphim of Piraeus
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