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Bokelman pulls out of Wayne County district attorney race

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Bokelman pulls out of Wayne County district attorney race
Acting Wayne County District Attorney Chris Bokelman has pulled out of a special election to decide the county’s top prosecutor. In an email to the Times Tuesday, Bokelman said he sent the following announcement last Friday to his supporters. “I am writing to let you know that I am ending my campaign for the position of Wayne County District Attorney... more

Tompkins Legislator Kelles seeks re-election

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Tompkins Legislator Kelles seeks re-election
Tompkins County Legislator Anna Kelles has announced she is running for re-election. Kelles has represented District 2, which includes Fall Creek and Cornell Heights, since December 2015. Kelles chairs the Health and Human Services committee, vice-chairs the Jail Study committee, vice-chairs the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion committee, and sits as a member of the Public Safety committee. IthacaJournal.com: Read More more

Steuben man to run for Tom Reed’s seat in 2018

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Steuben man to run for Tom Reed’s seat in 2018
A Democrat plans to run in 2018 for the New York 23rd Congressional District seat held by Rep. Tom Reed, R-Corning. Rick Gallant, 59, of Painted Post, Steuben County, announced his intentions this week. This is his first bid for public office. Gallant has taught in the Corning-Painted Post School District for 17 years, most recently as coordinator of the... more

Attorney will force unlikely primary in Wayne County DA race

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Attorney will force unlikely primary in Wayne County DA race
An attorney with the Villani & Grow law firm wants to be Wayne County’s top prosecutor. Following his recent endorsement by the county Republican Committee, David Fulvio told the Times on Friday that he is running for district attorney. That sets up an expected primary showdown in September with another Republican, Acting District Attorney Chris Bokelman. “I am devoted to... more

Steuben man to run for Tom Reed’s seat in 2018

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Steuben man to run for Tom Reed’s seat in 2018
A Democrat plans to run in 2018 for the New York 23rd Congressional District seat held by Rep. Tom Reed, R-Corning. Rick Gallant, 59, of Painted Post, Steuben County, announced his intentions this week. This is his first bid for public office. Gallant has taught in the Corning-Painted Post School District for 17 years, most recently as coordinator of the... more

Attorney will force unlikely primary in Wayne County DA race

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Attorney will force unlikely primary in Wayne County DA race
An attorney with the Villani & Grow law firm wants to be Wayne County’s top prosecutor. Following his recent endorsement by the county Republican Committee, David Fulvio told the Times on Friday that he is running for district attorney. That sets up an expected primary showdown in September with another Republican, Acting District Attorney Chris Bokelman. “I am devoted to... more

Waterloo Republican will seek seat on Seneca County Board of Supervisors

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Waterloo Republican will seek seat on Seneca County Board of Supervisors
Michael Enslow, a Waterloo resident, announced over the weekend that he will be running for a seat on the Seneca County Board of Supervisors. Enslow will run for one of the two at-large positions from the Town of Waterloo in November’s election. Enslow resides at 2567 Edwards Rd. with his wife Emily and their four children – Violet, 10, Hazel,... more

Sapio to challenge Porsch for Seneca County DA’s job

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Sapio to challenge Porsch for Seneca County DA’s job
A well-known area lawyer — and, until a couple of days ago, the town of Fayette justice — wants to become Seneca County’s next district attorney. Joe Sapio confirmed Friday afternoon he plans to challenge incumbent Barry Porsch this fall. Sapio, who has been practicing law for the last 15 years, had been town justice since 2012 but resigned from... more

DeFrancisco, No. 2 in NY Senate, endorses Pam Helming to succeed Nozzolio

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DeFrancisco, No. 2 in NY Senate, endorses Pam Helming to succeed Nozzolio
State Sen. John DeFrancisco, the second-most powerful member of the state Senate, is backing Republican candidate Pam Helming in the 54th Senate District race. DeFrancisco, R-Syracuse, issued a statement Friday to announce his endorsement of Helming, a Canandaigua Republican who’s running to succeed retiring state Sen. Michael Nozzolio. The Auburn Citizen – News: Read More more

Rallying Again: Protest planned in Seneca Falls days before Election Day

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Rallying Again: Protest planned in Seneca Falls days before Election Day
Organizers of the ‘Trash Free by 23’ movement announced that a third protest, the second of it’s kind held in Seneca Falls – will be taking place on Saturday, November 5th. The walk will begin at 10:30 am at Academy Square, 12 North Park Street. Organizers ask that participants arrive by 10:00 am. “The purpose of the walk is to... more

Uncontested races, low turnout plague local elections each November

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Uncontested races, low turnout plague local elections each November
Participation is down in local politics. Historically, turnout has been a struggle in local elections. Local officials work each year to push the needle up, but turnout ranges between 30 and 45 percent of potential voters. Those figures improve slightly during presidential election cycles – like this year – but then individual factors can sometimes impact the turnout overall. As it... more

Seneca County casino launches PAC, gives to Assembly Democrats, Senate GOP

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Seneca County casino launches PAC, gives to Assembly Democrats, Senate GOP
Del Lago Resort & Casino isn’t open for business in Seneca County, but it is engaging in the political process leading up to this year’s elections. Records available on the state Board of Elections’ website show del Lago formed a political action committee, Friends of del Lago PAC, on June 28. The committee made its first donation on Aug. 1... more

Inside the FLX: Seneca County Manager John Sheppard discusses proposition, finance department

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Inside the FLX: Seneca County Manager John Sheppard discusses proposition, finance department
On Tuesday’s edition of Inside the FLX Seneca County Manager John Sheppard joined Josh Durso in-studio to discuss a local law, which is on the ballot in Seneca County. On Election Day voters will decide whether to adopt a proposition, which will specify the role and future of the Seneca County Treasurer. Sheppard, who has spearheaded this effort alongside recently... more

Dwire, Finch don’t disagree on much at televised forum in Auburn

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Dwire, Finch don’t disagree on much at televised forum in Auburn
Assemblyman Gary Finch and Democratic challenger Diane Dwire came to debate, but then a funny thing happened. They agreed on (almost) every issue. The 126th Assembly District candidates participated in a televised forum Tuesday at Cayuga Community College in Auburn. The hour-long discussion was moderated by Guy Cosentino. The Citizen Executive Editor Jeremy Boyer asked questions during the debate. The... more

FingerLakes1.com NYS 54th Senate District Debate (watch)

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FingerLakes1.com NYS 54th Senate District Debate (watch)
Three candidates. Voters of the 54th District will have to choose between three candidates, who each offer policy and personality distinctly their own. On Thursday, the candidate’s uniqueness was showcased – as Rose Supervisor Kenan Baldridge, Canandaigua Supervisor Pam Helming, and Reform Party candidate Floyd Rayburn squared off in a debate just five days before the November 8th election. A... more
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