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Auburn fire, police unions endorse Mannion for NY Senate

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Auburn fire, police unions endorse Mannion for NY Senate
Unions representing the city’s firefighters and police officers support the Democratic candidate in the 50th Senate District race. Auburn Police Local 195 and Auburn Firefighters Union Local 1446 endorsed John Mannion for state Senate. Mannion, D-Westvale, is running to succeed retiring Republican state Sen. John DeFrancisco. The Republican candidate in the race is Onondaga County Comptroller Bob Antonacci. Auburn Police... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Clyde Village Mayor talks candidacy for NY Assembly (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Clyde Village Mayor talks candidacy for NY Assembly (podcast)
Clyde Village Mayor Jerry Fremouw believes that the time is right for change in the 130th Assembly District. While he doesn’t have any hard feelings toward Assemblyman Bob Oaks, who has represented the district since the early-1990s – nor Lyons Town Supervisor Brian Manktelow who is also running for the seat – Fremouw thinks there is an opportunity for change.... more

VP Pence to attend fundraiser for Rep. Katko in Syracuse next week

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VP Pence to attend fundraiser for Rep. Katko in Syracuse next week
Vice President Mike Pence is planning a visit to Syracuse next week. A spokesman for Rep. John Katko’s campaign confirms plans are being made for the Vice President to attend a fundraising event for the 24th District Congressman. Sources confirm for CNY Central that invitations to a lunchtime event are being extended. At this time the Embassy Suites near Destiny... more

Larry Sharpe, Libertarian candidate for NY governor, brings message to Auburn

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Larry Sharpe, Libertarian candidate for NY governor, brings message to Auburn
It wasn't a rally with thousands of people in attendance or a high-dollar fundraiser. And that's OK with Larry Sharpe, the Libertarian Party's gubernatorial nominee. Sharpe held a meet-and-greet last week at Wild's Eats & Sweets on Genesee Street in Auburn. Nearly 30 people attended the two-hour event and listened to the candidate for governor explain why he's running. Economics... more

Report: Stephanie Miner to run for NY governor as an independent

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Report: Stephanie Miner to run for NY governor as an independent
After more than a year of speculation that she might seek higher office, former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner will run for New York governor as an independent, The New York Times reported Monday morning. “I cannot be a silent witness to what I think is a corrupt political culture that is hurting real people every day,” Miner told the Times... more

Perez Williams wins major union’s support in race for Congress

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Perez Williams wins major union’s support in race for Congress
A top labor union is taking sides in the 24th Congressional District Democratic primary. Democratic congressional candidate Juanita Perez Williams announced Monday that she has been endorsed by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. The union represents more than 60,000 members in retail, service and other industries. Perez Williams’ campaign noted that the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union... more

Democratic candidates tell audience at Lyons forum: Wayne County will be a priority

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Democratic candidates tell audience at Lyons forum: Wayne County will be a priority
If the forum Tuesday at Ohmann Theater is any indication, the two Democrats running in the 24th Congressional District race won’t overlook Wayne County in the primary or general elections. Dana Balter and Juanita Perez Williams answered questions from the crowd of more than 100 people for more than an hour. The forum, which was sponsored by Wayne Action for... more

Village of Moravia voters re-elect two village trustees

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Village of Moravia voters re-elect two village trustees
The village of Moravia held an uncontested election Tuesday which led to the re-election of two incumbent village trustees. Nancy McGuerty, a village trustee since 2004, and Anthony Peppe, a trustee since 2007, both ran on a Republican ticket for the two open trustee seats on the ballot. No other governmental positions were on the ballot. Among the ballots cast... more

Reed, Katko have big fundraising advantages

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Reed, Katko have big fundraising advantages
Whoever wins the Democratic primary in the 23rd congressional district will have plenty of catching up to do when it comes to fundraising. With the Democratic primary set for Tuesday, incumbent Republican Tom Reed of Corning raised more money ($250,000) in the period between April 1 and June 6 than the five Democratic challengers combined. Reed also has more than... more

Democratic primary for Congress: Balter, Perez Williams make final pitch to voters

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Democratic primary for Congress: Balter, Perez Williams make final pitch to voters
In the city’s Eastwood neighborhood, a teacher told Dana Balter she would have her vote. On the South Side, Juanita Perez Williams exchanged pleasantries and a hug with an elderly woman who kept her campaign mailers on a nearby table underneath her Bible. It was Sunday in Syracuse. The neighborhoods were mostly quiet. But Balter and Perez Williams, who are... more

Balter vs. Katko: GOP congressman, Democratic challenger prep for election showdown

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Balter vs. Katko: GOP congressman, Democratic challenger prep for election showdown
U.S. Rep. John Katko wants to run on his record. Democratic challenger Dana Balter is just as eager to talk about what she perceives as the Republican congressman’s shortcomings. After the Democratic primary Tuesday in the 24th Congressional District, the general election race is set. Balter, D-Syracuse, will challenge Katko, R-Camillus, in a contest to decide who will represent central... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Rep. Reed talks future of 23rd District, Congressional race, and incinerator (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Rep. Reed talks future of 23rd District, Congressional race, and incinerator (podcast)
This fall Congressman Tom Reed (R-23) will have a challenger on the Democratic side. While Rep. Reed is viewed as the front-runner, with a voter enrollment advantage – Democrats cannot stop talking about the ‘blue wave’ coming this fall. Reed discussed this ‘wave’ of momentum for Democrats, and the future of his race – along with some important local issues... more

Mitrano will challenge Reed in November after Della Pia concedes

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Mitrano will challenge Reed in November after Della Pia concedes
Max Della Pia conceded the Democratic Primary Election in New York’s 23rd District today after partial absentee results gave Tracy Mitrano the lead. She will now challenge Congressman Tom Reed (R-23) in November’s general election. “Although the final results of the primary election will not be certified until Thursday, I believe it is important to begin the work of uniting... more

In close vote, Shores re-elected Waterloo school board president

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In close vote, Shores re-elected Waterloo school board president
Mike Shores was re-elected president of the Waterloo Central School District Board of Education Monday night. Nicohl Swartley retained her vice presidency. Both were chosen to new terms by 5-4 votes — a sign, perhaps, that the school board remains divided. At the board’s annual reorganizational meeting, Shores was re-elected over fellow board member Coreen Lowry. Colby O’Brien nominated Shores... more

Rep. John Katko touts bipartisan record in first TV ad of 2018 race

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Rep. John Katko touts bipartisan record in first TV ad of 2018 race
U.S. Rep. John Katko launched his first television commercial of the 2018 campaign Thursday with a focus on his bipartisan record in Congress. The ad, titled “Making a Difference,” will air on central New York broadcast and cable stations. The cost of the commercial wasn’t disclosed by Katko’s campaign, but a spokesperson said it was a “significant” ad buy. The... more

Schenck receives support of Cayuga Deputy’s Association

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Schenck receives support of Cayuga Deputy’s Association
The Cayuga County Deputy Sheriff’s Police Associated voted this week to endorse Brian Schenck for Cayuga County Sheriff. As an officer with more than 20 years experience, the association says Schenck has demonstrated what an officer should be and has earned the respect of his colleagues. “Having worked by side-by-side with Brian we are confident he will be an excellent... more

Judge Kenyon secures signatures to be placed on ballot this fall

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Judge Kenyon secures signatures to be placed on ballot this fall
Judge Edward C. “Russ” Kenyon has filed petitions at the Ontario County Board of Elections to be placed on the ballot in this fall’s election for Ontario County Judge. A lifelong Republican and 40-year resident of Ontario County, Kenyon filed petitions to run on the Republican and Reform Party ballot lines. “The people of Ontario County deserve a choice in... more

Katko for Congress has $1.6M for re-election campaign against Dana Balter

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Katko for Congress has .6M for re-election campaign against Dana Balter
With less than four months to go until Election Day, U.S. Rep. John Katko has a significant financial advantage over Democratic challenger Dana Balter in the 24th Congressional District race. Katko, R-Camillus, raised $514,977 in the second quarter, according to Federal Election Commission records. His campaign spent $153,859 from April 1 through June 30. At the end of the fundraising... more
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