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Stephanie Miner: ‘I’m seriously considering running for governor’

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Stephanie Miner: ‘I’m seriously considering running for governor’
Don’t tell Stephanie Miner the race for the Democratic nomination for governor is already too crowded. The former Syracuse mayor on Monday modified her campaign account to allow her to raise money for a potential run for governor and said she is still actively considering entering the race. Miner, the Syracuse mayor from 2010 through 2017, would enter a formidable... more

Keith Batman enters Assembly race to challenge Finch

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Keith Batman enters Assembly race to challenge Finch
Keith Batman, a former chair of the Cayuga County Legislature and past Scipio town official, has formally announced that he will seek the Democratic nomination in the 126th Assembly District race. Batman created a campaign committee last month but said at the time he hadn't made a final decision on whether he would run for state Assembly. Nearly two weeks... more

Republicans don’t back candidate for judge, primary expected

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Republicans don’t back candidate for judge, primary expected
The Seneca County Republican Committee did not endorse a candidate in the race for Seneca County Judge. Donna Cathy, former Seneca County District Attorney said on Thursday she ‘commended’ the choice. “I commend their decision to leave the choice for filling this open seat up to the voters,” she explained. “Looking ahead, I’m prepared and excited to run a spirited... more

Lieutenant announces candidacy for sheriff, coroner seeks re-election in Cayuga County

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Lieutenant announces candidacy for sheriff, coroner seeks re-election in Cayuga County
It's official: Brian Schenck is running for Cayuga County sheriff. Schenck made the announcement Thursday evening at the Springside Inn, where dozens of community members gathered to offer their support. The current sheriff's office detective lieutenant was also joined by Cayuga County Coroner Dr. Adam Duckett, who said he would seek re-election in the fall. Last month, Schenck discussed his... more

Donna Cathy announces candidacy for judge in Seneca Co.

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Donna Cathy announces candidacy for judge in Seneca Co.
Former Seneca County District Attorney Donna Cathy announced her candidacy for Seneca County Judge in the 2018 election. The seat is up for election this year due to the impending retirement of Judge Dennis Bender. “I’m running for Seneca County Judge because service to others is the most important calling a person can have,” said Ms. Cathy, a Republican. “The... more

Seneca County employee files suit, DA denies claims ‘entirely’

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Seneca County employee files suit, DA denies claims ‘entirely’
A Seneca County employee who filed a Notice of Claim last fall has officially taken legal action. FingerLakes1.com obtained documents from the Seneca County Clerk’s Office, which detailed the complaint who identifies the plaintiff as Debra R. Rickerson, an employee with Seneca County Probation. Last fall, Rickerson was accused by District Attorney Barry Porsch of making false claims about him.... more

Reed backed by GOP chairs for re-election throughout NY23

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Reed backed by GOP chairs for re-election throughout NY23
Citing commitment to fairness and accessibility, and a record of standing with us in the Southern Tier, Finger Lakes and Western New York, the 11 County Republican Committee Chairs in New York’s 23rd Congressional District unanimously endorsed Tom Reed for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives. “As a retired career law enforcement officer, US Army veteran and father, I... more

Actress Cynthia Nixon announces she’ll primary Cuomo for governor

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Actress Cynthia Nixon announces she’ll primary Cuomo for governor
Cynthia Nixon, the actress who starred in “Sex and the City,” announced Monday that she will launch a progressive campaign challenging Gov. Andrew Cuomo in a primary. “I love New York, and today I’m announcing my candidacy for governor,” Nixon wrote in a Twitter post that included a link to her campaign website. “Join us.” Nixon, a lifelong New Yorker,... more

Aurora Mayor Bennett re-elected, plus Cayuga County-area results

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Aurora Mayor Bennett re-elected, plus Cayuga County-area results
The meeting room in Aurora's firehouse was somber as election results were called out after all the votes had been counted, and Bonnie Apgar Bennett was welcomed into her third term as village mayor. Of the 127 ballots cast on Tuesday, as well as absentee votes, Bennett received 86 votes, Marie Dentes received 49 and Barb Blom received eight. Incumbent... more

Henderson endorsed by Geneva City Democrats in bid for Sheriff

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Henderson endorsed by Geneva City Democrats in bid for Sheriff
The City of Geneva Democratic Committee unanimously endorsed Kevin Henderson, of Canandaigua for Ontario County Sheriff Tuesday evening. Dominick Vedora, Chairperson of Geneva City Democratic Committee said, “Mr. Henderson’s thirty-three years of experience in law enforcement in Ontario County, his commitment to this county as a hard-working coroner, and his community involvement with over ten organizations and boards makes him... more

Helming seeking re-election, endorsed by six GOP county chairs

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Helming seeking re-election, endorsed by six GOP county chairs
State Sen. Pam Helming is running for re-election — and she has the support of every Republican chair in her district. Helming, R-Canandaigua, will seek a second term representing the 54th Senate District. The district includes all or parts of Cayuga, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Tompkins and Wayne counties. She was first elected in 2016. She succeeded longtime state Sen. Michael... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Trailblazers PAC founder Leslie Danks Burke talks transparency, political engagement (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Trailblazers PAC founder Leslie Danks Burke talks transparency, political engagement (podcast)
Government transparency. They are two words frequently debate, and discussed within the realm of politics, but one group says they’re working harder than any other in the region to restore faith in elections through civic engagement. The Trailblazers PAC, founded by Leslie Danks Burke is designed to educate citizens and candidates, and get more folks politically engaged. PAC endorsed candidates... more

Marc Molinaro on track to lock up GOP nomination to challenge Cuomo

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Marc Molinaro on track to lock up GOP nomination to challenge Cuomo
Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro is approaching the threshold necessary to secure the Republican gubernatorial nomination to challenge Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Molinaro has been endorsed by 27 GOP county chairs. His latest supporter is Courtney Greene, chairwoman of the Orange County Republican Committee. Greene lauded Molinaro for his record of success as an elected official. “A tax cutter, a... more

Kolb, NY Assembly Republicans endorse Marc Molinaro for governor

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Kolb, NY Assembly Republicans endorse Marc Molinaro for governor
Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb, one of the top Republicans in the state Legislature and a former gubernatorial candidate, is supporting Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro for governor. Kolb, R-Canandaigua, opted to endorse his friend and former colleague over two other candidates in the GOP field. Along with Molinaro, state Sen. John DeFrancisco and attorney Joe Holland are seeking the... more

Cayuga County-area village elections: Who’s running for office this year?

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Cayuga County-area village elections: Who’s running for office this year?
Several villages in Cayuga County and western Onondaga County will be holding elections March 20, and although many ballots are filled with unopposed incumbents, a few races are contested with a strong turnout of political newcomers. Village clerks reported the following information for the village elections scheduled for Tuesday, March 20: Follow the link below to see the list. The... more

Former Tyrone highway official ordered to plea down to disorderly conduct from felony charge

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Former Tyrone highway official ordered to plea down to disorderly conduct from felony charge
The 68-year-old old former Tyrone Town Highway Superintendent who was charged with official misconduct and offering a false instrument for filing has pleaded guilty. Paul Ernhout, 68, pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly conduct, according to FLDN. He faced a felony charge and was accused of submitting altered highway car invoices for work done on his personal vehicle. He... more

Cayuga County GOP chair endorses DeFrancisco for NY governor

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Cayuga County GOP chair endorses DeFrancisco for NY governor
State Sen. John DeFrancisco has won the support of the Republican chair from one of the counties he represents as he continues his bid for the GOP gubernatorial nomination. Cherl Heary, chairwoman of the Cayuga County Republican Committee, announced Tuesday that she has endorsed DeFrancisco, R-DeWitt, for governor. She is the 17th GOP county chair to support DeFrancisco’s gubernatorial bid.... more
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