🌱 🏠 Landlord arraigned + New Area Code + American Food Equity Conference

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• Landlord being arraigned for exposing a tenant to unsafe lead levels
• A new area code has been approved for WNY
• First American Food Equity Conference happened in Buffalo this past Wednesday

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Here are the top stories today in Buffalo:

1. A Fargo Avenue landlord has been arraigned after reportedly exposing a tenant to unsafe lead levels. The apartment was rented for two years after a “Do Not Allow Occupancy of Dwelling Unit” notice was posted on the property. The landlord, Carrie A. Preischel, could face a maximum of one year in jail. Read more at WKBW 6.
2. An additional new area code has been approved for Western New York. The area code, which will be announced at a late date, is expected to be activated in 2024. It will not replace the 716 staple, but be given with new numbers to address the estimated 2024 shortage of 716 telephone numbers. Learn more at WIVB.
3. This Wednesday, Buffalo hosted the first American Food Equity Conference, which featured discussion about what caused Buffalo’s food desert and other food deserts in America. Kevin Gaughan, cofounder of the event, says "It sometimes takes a tragedy like what happened on May 14 to refocus people's attention and see if Buffalo can lead the way in addressing this chronic inequity in food access." More information at Spectrum News.
4. Governor Hochul has announced an increase in financial assistance for victims of crime whose essential personal property was stolen, damaged, or destroyed. The reimbursement rate that used to be capped at $500 is now capped at $2,500. Property that can be reimbursed includes but is not limited to bedding, certain clothing items, mobile devices, computers, funeral and burial expenses, and more. See the full list and learn more at WKBW 7.
5. The deadline for the Tops mass shooting’s gunman’s legal team to file for psychiatric defense passed last week. Since no notice or request for extension was received by the court, the state case will move forward with no psychiatric defense argument. Learn more at WIVB 4.

Today and This Weekend in Buffalo:

• Au-Some Evening - Explore & More! The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum. October 14th, 5:30 P.M. Details!
• Science After Hours: Are You (Still) Afraid of the Dark? Buffalo Museum of Science. October 14th, 6:00 P.M. Details!
• Raspberry Pi Jack O Lanterns in the Tech Lab! TheFoundry. October 14th, 6:00 P.M. Details!
• Family Halloween Hike! Tifft Nature Preserve. October 14th, 7:00 P.M. Details!
• Night of the Living Dead! Starry Night Theatre. October 15th, 8:00 P.M. Details!
• Fright Lights. Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium. October 15th, 8:30 P.M. Details!

Buffalo Chatter:

• Giveaway Alert: "*GIVEAWAY ALERT!* We're teaming up with Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village to give away a Halloween Trick or Treat in the Village Family 4 Pack.⁠ ⁠ This prize includes a family pack of tickets (4 - two adults, two children) to the BNHV Hal..." (Step Out Buffalo via Instagram)
• A Catalyst for Change: "She was America's first African-American Congresswoman, and the first Black female presidential candidate to seek a major party nomination. She also lived in Buffalo for a number of years, and is buried at Forest Lawn. Next Friday, join ..." (The Buffalo History Museum via Instagram)
• Kitten Adoption: "Sunday 10/16 at 2:00 join our cute little adoptable kitties in some relaxing and fun yoga! All donation based. Sign up today through the link on @somacura IG bio! 🐈‍⬛🪷🐈 #catyoga #adoptdontshop #yoga #buffalony #BuffaLOVE #meow" (City Of Buffalo Animal Shelter via Instagram)
• Buffalo Waterfront: "Don't miss the all ages Silent Disco at the Roller Rink at Canalside on Friday, October 21st! From 6pm-10pm enjoy a 3 channel silent disco with music for everyone to jam and skate to! GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY AT: tixr.com/e/52602 Presented..." (Buffalo Waterfront via Facebook)
• JCC Explore Buffalo: "Did you register yet? Join us for Part II of our Explore Buffalo Walking Tour on Wednesday, Oct 19! 👫 Meet at our downtown location (787 Delaware Ave, Buffalo 14209) at 10:15 am for a docent-led tour of “Hidden Gems” on Delaware through..." (JCC Buffalo via Facebook)

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