GRITO DE GUERRA: Clevelander Alex “Chango” Corona Releases New CD

If you want to make it big in the music industry as a Latino recording artist, it’s an uphill battle in Cleveland. Luckily for Alex
Corona, a winning formula of good music and a large, supportive family make his chances better than average. Corona, who goes by the name "Chango,” has released his second CD, “Grito de Guerra,” (Battle Cry) a combination of Hip Hop with cumbia, reggaetón and other Latin beats... more information

ERIE CONNECTION: Hispanic American Council Sets the Agenda for Erie

From Left to right: David Gonzalez, director of Latino Services; Maria Cortes,
Drug and Alcohol intervention specialist; Inez Villegas, case manager, parenting skills; Ricky Cruz, HIV/AIDS outreach worker; Gina LaTorre, supervisor of case management; Mario Media, jobs specialist; Marisol Moffet, receptionist, and Norma Vila, tobacco program.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Hispanic Council of Erie (HACE), which has maintained a steady presence providing services to the Latino community. During its monthly staff meeting, HACE staff members talked about the challenges and changes the Latino community is undergoing. And they discussed a need to get more involved in every level of the community... more information