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Ontario County Judge candidate Terence Robinson rated ‘qualified’ by judicial committee

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Ontario County Judge candidate Terence Robinson rated ‘qualified’ by judicial committee
In a press release Wednesday, the Ontario County Republican Committee announced that Ontario County Judge candidate Terence Robinson, who is the endorsed candidate on the Republican, Conservative, and Independence party lines this November – received a rating of ‘qualified’ from an independent judicial rating agency. The Independent Judicial Election Qualification Commission for the Seventh Judicial District announced the qualified rating... more

Candidate for mayor in Palmyra arrested on felony charges

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Candidate for mayor in Palmyra arrested on felony charges
A Palmyra man, who happens to be running for mayor of the village he calls home – has been charged with multiple counts of falsifying business records, according to New York State Police. Officials say that David Husk, 58, of Palmyra was placed under arrest on Monday after allegedly altering time cards while employed at Breen’s Grocery Store. The arrest... more

VIDEO: ‘Trash Free’ rally held in Seneca Falls less than 72 hours before Election Day

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VIDEO: ‘Trash Free’ rally held in Seneca Falls less than 72 hours before Election Day
A little more than one hundred area residents gathered in Seneca Falls on Saturday to once again rally against solid municipal waste facilities like Seneca Meadows. The rally featured Seneca Falls Central School District students, a professor from Hobart & William Smith Colleges, one elected representative of Seneca Falls and multiple candidates vying to represent parts of the region. Mary... more

John Katko and Colleen Deacon make final pitch to voters in race for Congress

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John Katko and Colleen Deacon make final pitch to voters in race for Congress
Candidates for the 24th Congressional District try to define differences, set the record straight, in the final debate of the campaign. U.S. Rep. John Katko and Colleen Deacon gave their closing arguments to voters on Sunday, attempting to offer a stark contrast with each other, in the third and final TV debate of their campaign for Congress. Katko, R-Camillus, and... more

Weber This Week: The Dog’s official Election Day endorsements

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Weber This Week: The Dog’s official Election Day endorsements
One day before the election, Harold “The Dog” Weber gives his official endorsements and discusses the hot sports topics from the past weekend on his live show Monday morning. Remember to vote on Tuesday and check out FingerLakes1.com’s live election night coverage from 8:00 – 11:00 pm Tuesday night. AUDIO ONLY VERSION: more

FLX Politics: The case for and against newspaper endorsements

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FLX Politics: The case for and against newspaper endorsements
Newspaper endorsements have been a mainstay in the news world for decades. While the role of physical newspapers have evolved a great deal in the digital age many have continued the practice. The rise of the Internet, though, has caused a larger volume of friction when they do make those proclamations of support. Having spent enough time in the industry... more

Strong political opinions in birthplace of women’s rights

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Strong political opinions in birthplace of women’s rights
No matter which way the election ends, history will be made with Hillary Clinton’s run for president. Board President Jeanne Giovannini of the National Women’s Hall of Fame said Clinton is the first woman to be nominated for president in a major party. “It’s significant in that it’s inspiring,” said Giovannini. “Inspiring for all women who go into government, who... more

Webcast Replay: ELECTION NIGHT LIVE on FingerLakes1.TV

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Webcast Replay: ELECTION NIGHT LIVE on FingerLakes1.TV
Join Josh Durso and Jim Sinicropi inside the FingerLakes1.com Studios live from 8:00 – 11:00 pm as they discuss Tuesday’s vote and report on the results of all the local races throughout the region. Watch FingerLakes1.com’s Election Night Live on your desktop, tablet, smartphone or smart TV.     more

HELMING WINS: A look at the candidate behind the victory

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HELMING WINS: A look at the candidate behind the victory
On Tuesday, Canandaigua Supervisor Pam Helming became the next New York State Senator representing the 54th District. Succeeding longtime New York State Senator Michael Nozzolio, who was overwhelmingly supported for more than three decades — representing the Finger Lakes, and even becoming known as the ‘State Senator of the Finger Lakes’ — will be a daunting task. Helming defeated her... more

Ithaca College President Tom Rochon releases statement following reports of “overtly racist” behavior

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Ithaca College President Tom Rochon releases statement following reports of “overtly racist” behavior
An incredibly polarizing presidential campaign, which came to an end on Tuesday with the election of Republican Donald Trump is having it’s first impacts on life in the Finger Lakes. Unofficial reports of ‘overtly racist behavior’ made their way to Ithaca College President Tom Rochon, who released a statement on the allegations. Specifically, those reports pointed to behavior and language... more

FLX Politics: Local lame duck lessons after Election Day

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FLX Politics: Local lame duck lessons after Election Day
The election season is officially over. Since Tuesday, there has been a lot of debate around this concept called “transition of power.” President Barack Obama praised its importance and said that he would do everything in his power to ensure that President-elect Donald Trump is set up for success in January. We’ve all heard the phrase “lame duck.” That awful... more

Officials respond after Canandaigua bus driver holds ‘mock’ election, investigation underway

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Officials respond after Canandaigua bus driver holds ‘mock’ election, investigation underway
It wasn’t just a tough election cycle for adults. Students in Canandaigua were subjected to at least one politicized ride home from school after reports surfaced of a bus driver holding a ‘mock election’. The reports initially came via social media, and then the district began receiving calls and emails — voicing concern for the alleged incident. Reports indicate that... more
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