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Showtime to Air New Documentary 50 Years After Deadly Riot in Upstate Prison
Showtime to Air New Documentary 50 Years After Deadly Riot in Upstate Prison
Showtime to Air New Documentary 50 Years After Deadly Riot in Upstate Prison
Within the first few seconds of the 2-minute trailer for Showtime's newest documentary about the deadly prison riots 50 years ago in Upstate, New York called Attica, it's clear that the film's director wants you to know that the bloodbath, and aftermath, was very much racially charged...
Spc. Vincent Loranty
Spc. Vincent Loranty
Spc. Vincent Loranty
It’s time once again for our Hometown Hero, brought to you by Batavia Downs Gaming with help from our friends at WNY Heroes who help us with our nominations every week.  This Week’s Hometown Hero is from Attica, NY.  From our United States Army, it’s Specialist Vincent Loranty!
Worst Prison Riot In U-S History Right Here In WNY
Worst Prison Riot In U-S History Right Here In WNY
Worst Prison Riot In U-S History Right Here In WNY
It turned out to be the bloodiest prison riot in U-S history and it happened right in our backyard. A four-day riot at Attica Prison came to an end on this date in 1971 when State Troopers stormed the prison and in the process killed 29 inmates and 10 hostages. 80 others were seriously injured.