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
Philly Music Fest's annual festival kicks off Monday night
The weeklong event is not only a celebration of musicians, but it also supports music education programs for kids all across the area.
Fmr. 6abc producer turned filmmaker debuts world premiere of 'Audrey's Children' at Phila. Film Fest
Happening Sunday, October 20th is the world premiere of 'Audrey's Children,' a film inspired by the life of Dr. Audrey Evans, the legendary CHOP pediatric oncologist and co-founder of Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Delaware artist's nursery mural for first grandchild goes viral, melting hearts around the world
A talented Pop Pop-to-be from Delaware painted a stunning mural for his daughter who is expecting her first child and the beautiful results are melting hearts around the world.
The Dish: Pumpkin risotto with seared scallops from Insatiable in Point Breeze
In today's The Dish, we're making something that some home chefs can find intimidating: risotto.
The Dish: Bucatini all'Amatriciana from Vita in Center City
It's pasta weather, so we're making one of Rome's most famous dishes: Bucatini all'Amatriciana.
'Jersey Boys' opens at Walnut Street Theatre starring 2 Jersey boys from Gloucester Twp.
The Walnut Street Theatre kicks off it's 216th season Wednesday night with the Tony Award winning smash Broadway hit 'Jersey Boys.'
American Idol alum to play Tina Turner in Broadway hit musical coming to Delaware
The smash Broadway hit 'TINA - The Tina Turner Musical' kicks off a new season at The Playhouse on Rodney Square.
The Dish: Best breakfast smoothie from Made with Love Juicery in Fairmount
In today's The Dish, we're helping you start your day with a heaping cup of health!
Lineup announced for 33rd Philadelphia Film Festival October 17-27, 2024
The Philadelphia Film Society just announced the lineup for the 33rd annual Philadelphia Film Festival, happening over 10 days from October 17-27, 2024.
Broadway smash 'The Book of Mormon' returns to the Academy of Music in Center City
Back by popular demand, the award-winning musical 'The Book of Mormon' returns to Philadelphia on October 1 for a limited engagement.