The Naples City Council has made a significant decision to commemorate Franco Di Mare, the renowned RAI journalist and war correspondent, who passed away on May 17 at the age of 68 from mesothelioma. In recognition of his contributions to journalism and the city of Naples, a street or square will be named after him.
During today's meeting, the Council expressed its desire to dedicate a public space to Di Mare, preferably near the RAI studios. "We want to pay homage to a son of Naples, one of the greatest figures in Italian journalism over the last forty years," declared the city representatives.
Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi emotionally recalled Di Mare's professional and civic commitment, emphasizing how he always embodied and promoted the values of his hometown. " Franco Di Mare gave so much to Naples. In his work, he always upheld the values Naples instilled in him, putting them into practice in his profession ," the mayor stated.
The memorial ceremony was attended by Gino and Lucia Di Mare, brother and sister of the late journalist. Gino Di Mare described the moment as "very emotional" for him and his sister, reflecting on the profound significance of this initiative, exactly two months after Franco's loss.
