The Salerno Contemporary Art Biennale (BACS) closed its fifth edition with a bang, with a large turnout of visitors even on the last day of the event.
It has been an exciting two weeks that has seen the participation of hundreds of international artists and thousands of visitors, who have come to admire the themed exhibition “Inside”.
The final balance is more than positive, both in terms of audience and media coverage. If, in fact, this fifth Biennial has seen a constant influx of visitors, on the other hand many international newspapers have talked about the event. From Colombia to Ecuador, passing through Argentina, Brazil, Honduras, Cuba, Mexico and many others. The large presence of exhibiting artists - at least a hundred were counted - was accompanied by families, friends and entourages. In addition, many tourists came in this period (traditionally not very busy) to visit the city, thanks to the main contemporary art festival in Salerno.
“BACS has given extraordinary visibility to Salerno in the Latin American continent” said Giuseppe Gorga, curator and organizer of the event. “We have managed to bring hundreds of internationally renowned artists here to Salerno. Many overseas newspapers, radios and televisions have shown the rooms of Palazzo Fruscione. We are happy, it was a demanding job and we are already preparing for the next events” ensures. “I would like to thank all the artists, the people who worked and collaborated to make this entire organization possible, the Municipality of Salerno and in particular our delegate for culture, Ermanno Guerra, and Enrique Londoño, president of Expolatina, who came to Salerno with an important delegation of Colombian artists”.
Curator Giuseppe Gorga is tight-lipped about the next steps, but it is clear that “the synergy with Latin America is very strong”. Already at the press conference to present the BACS, held at Palazzo di Città, there was talk of an agreement with Colombia. For the occasion, Gorga painted two portraits: one of Gustavo Petro, president of the country of cafeteros, and the other of his first lady, Verónica Alcocer. And while waiting for the sixth edition of the Biennale d’Arte Contemporanea – likely scheduled for 2025 – there is already talk of a return of the BACS to Colombia. The bridge between the two worlds (Salerno on one side, Latin America on the other) is under construction and has bricks in the shape of works of art.
Caivano – An arrest that brings to light one of the most dramatic pages in Neapolitan news. Yesterday, the Carabinieri snapped handcuffs on Ciro Migliore, a 27-year-old already known to law enforcement, during a drug raid in Caivano's green park. The man, identified as an alleged drug dealer, is the same young transgender man who was the boyfriend of Maria Paola Gaglione, the 16-year-old who died in the accident in September 2020. The tragedy, which shocked the entire community, was caused by the victim's brother, Michael Gaglione. As established in the trial, the man, opposing his sister's relationship, chased the couple on a motorcycle. During the chase, the scooter on which Maria Paola and Ciro Migliore were riding crashed, causing the young woman's death. Michele Gaglione was sentenced to 9 years and 6 months in prison for manslaughter. Yesterday's arrest by the police adds a dark piece to Migliore's story. The military raided his home, finding evidence of what appears to be a well-organized drug dealing ring: among the findings, 10 pre-packaged doses of cocaine and crack, packaging material and a "lmaster book" with initials and numbers, likely the accounts from the illegal sale. €1.675 in cash was also seized, presumably the proceeds of the illicit activity. The September 16th investigation is not the first drug dealing investigation involving Ciro Migliore after the death of his girlfriend; already in February 2021, he was targeted by law enforcement for similar crimes. The arrest closes a tragic cycle, where a family loss is intertwined with stories of deviance and illegality.
Organizing a trip to Campania It means preparing to explore a region rich in history, culture, breathtaking landscapes, and unique gastronomic traditions. But before you even stroll through the alleys of Naples, admire the Amalfi Coast, or discover the hidden treasures of the'hinterland, it is essential plan your trips better.
With two main airports, numerous railway stations and a transport network that varies greatly from area to area, Moving around Campania requires attention and organization. Know flight schedules, active train routes, bus connections and available alternatives It can make the difference between a smooth trip and one full of unexpected events.
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