Source: Noticia

Long Island Doesn’t Forget Marcelo Lucero

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A vigil in honor of the fourth anniversary of the Ecuadorian immigrant's death in Patchogue marked the start of a week dedicated to "Understanding, Accepting, and Respecting Cultural Differences” in Suffolk, Noticia reported.

Latinos Support Embattled Long Island Official Mark Bonilla

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Carrying posters with slogans like “Don't resign” and “No justice, no peace,” more than 50 Latinos gathered to show their support for Hempstead Town Clerk Mark Bonilla, who was arrested last month on charges of official misconduct, harassment and attempted robbery, Noticia reported.

Spanish Radio Program Showcases Untold Stories of Latino Life

Carolina Guerrero, one of the project founders, interviews the composer Guillermo Galinda.

In the long-form narrative format familiar to listeners of NPR's "This American Life," the Spanish-language radio program Radio Ambulante seeks to tell the untold stories of the Latino diaspora. The new monthly show is the brainchild of Carolina Guerrero and her husband, the novelist Daniel Alarcón.

Voices in Focus: Parades to Plan For

It's not just schools, youth groups and synagogues. (Photo by Esther Rabinowitz, via The Jewish Daily Forward)

With summer upon us, it's time to plan for parade season. The diverse parades listed below were featured in the ethnic and community press this week -- the first of many over the next few months. Mark your calendars!