Nicola Calcagno, former Mayor of Lauria, passes away

Nicola Calcagno, a prominent political, civil, and cultural figure in Basilicata, has passed away. Calcagno served as the Mayor of Lauria and as a regional councilor.

Gianni Pittella paid tribute to Calcagno, describing him as a historical representative of the Italian Communist Party (PCI) and later the left. Pittella highlighted Calcagno’s commitment to public service, his capacity for dialogue, and his progressive vision. His cultural legacy includes the impulse behind the creation of the University of the Third Age and the Nicola Miraglia Prize, which is organized in Lauria in collaboration with the Fondazione Banco di Napoli.