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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 · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:41 PM · 1 min read
Vallie Ferraraccio, Erie County’s purchasing director, sits with Assistant County Attorney Aaron Rubin, with Chief of Staff James Blackwell behind her, as she raises her concerns about “abuse of authority” by the Comptroller’s Office.