John “Stanky” Stankovic, a legendary pioneer of polka music, died on Christmas Day, leaving behind a legacy that was known throughout the world. He was 89.

PULASKI, Wis. (WBAY) - It’s time to slide and jig as Pulaski Polka Days returns for a 46th year. The festival doesn’t do anything in half steps! For four days, thousands of people will turn out in ...

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – For polka lovers, this festival is an opportunity to be immersed in the music and food of the Polish and Slovenian cultures. Visit Johnstown will present the 1st Summit Bank Johnstown ...

PULASKI, Wis. (WFRV) – Thousands of people are expected to descend upon the village of Pulaski this weekend as Pulaski Polka Days returns for its 46th year. The four-day celebration runs Thursday ...

PULASKI (WLUK) -- It bills itself as the celebration of Polish heritage and American roots. The 45th Pulaski Polka Days is underway. "21 different bands at Polka Days this year. They play for about an ...

Penn-Ohio Polka Pals will celebrate the release of its “2024 52nd Anniversary Edition” CD with a show Sunday at DiLucia’s Banquet Center. The 20-song CD features new recordings by members of the group ...

TWO THIS AFTERNOON. WELL, NEW ON 12 TODAY IS WISCONSIN POLKA DAY. GOVERNOR TONY EVERS IS MAKING THE PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE POLKA BECOMING OUR STATE DANCE. AND JOINING US ...

Chris Bogdon was in first grade in his native Carnegie when he started taking accordion lessons. Steve Novosel, while growing up in Murrysville, took up the instrument at 9 years old. Both were raised ...

MARATHON CITY, Wis. (WSAW) - Polka music will fill the air in Marathon Tuesday night as the Marathon City Heritage Center hosts their last concert of the summer. This is part of a three-part concert ...

Ken Machelski was born to play polka music. His father and older brother performed in polka bands and when Mr. Machelski sang, he modeled himself after his childhood idol, Marion Lush, the “Golden ...

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — This Saturday, the Genetti's ballroom will be packed with polka dancers and players, hosted by the Pennsylvania Polkafest with a long lineup of local and national talent. It's a ...

John “Stanky” Stankovic, the legendary Northeast Pennsylvania polka king who entertained millions of people from around the ...