Parkside Meadow
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 3:10 PM · 1 min read
A framed Sept. 7, 1901 edition of the Buffalo Express hangs on the wall of Parkside Meadow on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026. The headline of the paper reads "The President Shot at the Exposition" (Joed Viera/Buffalo News)