Alicia Vitarelli
Alicia has been thrilled to work so closely with the Action News Big Board, incorporating social media into the newscast in a very special and unique way. Through Twitter and Facebook, she has made viewers part of the conversation, and part of the storytelling.
Alicia came to Philadelphia from News 12 New Jersey, where she was the morning and afternoon anchor for two and a half years. She also created, hosted and produced two original franchises including a bargain-hunting series and the Emmy-nominated "Best Kept Secrets of New Jersey". Prior to that, Alicia worked for NY1 News and Time Warner Cable in New York City for six years as an anchor and reporter. Alicia received Bachelor's Degrees in Communications and Honors, with a minor in Spanish, from Villanova University. She also obtained a Master's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. Alicia has been the Grand Marshal of the Italian American Festival in North Wildwood, NJ, as well as the Italian American Woman of the Year for the Center for Italian and Italian American Culture, the Italian American Police Society of NJ and the East Hanover Italian American Club.
In her spare time, Alicia enjoys international travel, cooking, exploring new finds around town, dining outdoors, spending time with family (especially her five nieces!) and ballet barre classes. Alicia is thrilled to be home in the Philadelphia area to cheer on her Wildcats!
Alicia and her husband, Matthew, are the proud parents of a little girl.
Alicia's Stories
The Dish: Liberty Kitchen's viral Kale Caesar Cutlet sandwich
There's a seemingly simple, classic kind of hoagie at Liberty Kitchen that somehow became an instant, viral sandwich.
Star of "& Juliet" visits 6abc Studios for special performance
Rachel Simone Webb is "Juliet," and this time, the character is shaking things up in this re-imagination of the Shakespeare classic.
'Audrey's Children' brings inspirational story of CHOP Doctor Audrey Evans to the big screen
A Philadelphia story of passion, perseverance, and purpose hits the big screen on Friday. 'Audrey's Children' is a film inspired by the life of legendary CHOP Dr. Audrey Evans, who also co-founded the Ronald McDonald House.
Brand new Broadway in Wilmington season announced
Action News got a first look at the brand new Broadway in Wilmington season.
Wolf Performing Arts Center in Bryn Mawr celebrates 20 years
A youth performing arts space in Bryn Mawr is celebrating 20 years of shining a spotlight on children of all ages and all abilities.
9th annual Muhibbah Dinner series returns to South Philadelphia, despite fire at Kampar restaurant
The 9th annual community meal called the Muhibbah Dinner returns to Philadelphia on March 25, with six different chefs contributing to this celebration of food and flavors.
West Chester University Alumna earns golden ticket on American Idol
American Idol auditions continued this weekend with a singer/songwriter and West Chester University alumna who went for a golden ticket.
Immaculata University Professor Dr. Joshua Weikert becomes new 'Jeopardy!' champion
Weikert is a lifelong fan of the show and he's been preparing for this moment since he was young.
Gal Gadot in her 1st villain role as the Evil Queen in Disney's 'Snow White'
Stepping into the sinister and vain role of the Evil Queen in Disney's new live action reimagination of "Snow White" is Hollywood A-lister, Gal Gadot.
Rachel Zegler stars as Snow White in live action reimagining of Disney's classic 1937 animated film
Almost 90 years after the original animated film, the legacy story of Walt Disney's "Snow White" comes to life in a brand new way, with a live action cast and a magical, extended soundtrack.