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Harlem jewelry designer pays homage to Black culture, art
Lamont Wray followed his lifelong passion to become a jewelry designer, his pieces signifying Black culture and art.
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Lamont Wray followed his lifelong passion to become a jewelry designer, his pieces signifying Black culture and art.
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The city of Mount Vernon held a kick-off Black History Month musical event Thursday. Singer Sammulous took center stage, performing some old school hits.
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Social media memes about Vice President Kamala Harris playing on Charli XCX's album "BRAT" are engaging young voters and energizing Democrats.
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