2023 Underground Art Market Report
Investigators say hateful messages found spray-painted in a New Hampshire community are particularly concerning because they targeted a specific person.Laconia police are investigating racist and antisemitic graffiti found at the former Laconia State School. The city manager called it appalling, especially because it called out …
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Tens of thousands are expected to turnout for a pair of three-day street fairs in downtown Ferndale starting Friday. The Funky Ferndale Art Fair began in Ferndale 19 years ago, while the DIY Street Fair is now in its 15th year in the city. Krista …
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Antisemitic graffiti was found on the former Laconia State School property over the weekend, prompting an investigation involving the Laconia Police Department, the Civil Rights Unit of the state Attorney General’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. According to the Laconia Daily Sun, the …
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After Salem police responded to several incidents of anti-LGBTQ graffiti and vandalism appearing recently around the city, a man suspected to be behind the acts is in custody, police announced Wednesday. Mohammed Saeed Rajab, 25, of Beverly, was arrested on five vandalism-related charges, including destruction …
Read MoreAn anti-hate rally will be held Friday at Freeport Town Hall after several recent instances of vandalism involving racist graffiti. Town Councilor John Egan organized the event, which will be held at 4 p.m. on the front lawn. A microphone will be available for people …
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Guerilla Artchitects Brunei (GA) members participated in the annual graffiti event organised by Diton King in Sunter, North Jakarta, Indonesia from September 16 to 17. The ‘King Royal Pride 2023’ event featured nearly 1,000 artists showcasing their creative journey simultaneously, painting in their allotted areas …
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SALEM, Mass. — A 25-year-old Beverly man has been arrested in connection with “multiple incidents” of anti-LGBTQIA+ graffiti and vandalism throughout Salem, police said Wednesday. Mohammed Saeed Rajab is facing multiple vandalism-related charges including destruction of a place of worship and hate crimes, police said …
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S1: Welcome back. You’re listening to Kpbs Midday Edition for Hispanic Heritage Month. We are highlighting artists and creators in the community. It’s been 50 years since the birth of hip hop and it’s since spawned regional scenes and cultural movements across the country. San …
Read MoreMore antisemitic graffiti was found on the former Laconia State School property over the weekend, prompting an investigation involving the Laconia Police Department, the Civil Rights Unit of the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The vandalism included swastikas, references …
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There has been outrage after a war memorial in Leigh was defaced with graffiti last weekend. The cenotaph, on Church Street, had the word ‘Keighton’ written on its base in red spray paint. It is understood the incident, that happened at around 4pm on Saturday …
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