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Bedford, NY
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Latimer In For 'Difficult First Few Months,' Says Astorino
This story has been updated. Defeated Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino predicted his Democratic successor, George Latimer, will find himself boxed into a liberal-leaning agenda because of the “Trump factor” that elected him and the county Board of Legislators’ gain of three seats, giving it a 12 to 5 voting majority. Democrats only enjoyed a 9 to 8 majority under Astorino, making it more difficult to block his more conservative agenda. “It is overwhelming when you first come in as he'll find out. ... It will be a difficult first few months,” Astorino told Daily Voice, saying his …
Tappan-Blauvelt, NY
Obituaries
Former Orangetown Supervisor John Lovett Dies At 97
John B. Lovett, who served six years as Orangetown Town Supervisor and three years as a County Legislator, rising to become the Legislature’s first-ever Chair, has died at the age of 97, according to his family. “Jack Lovett cared deeply about the Orangetown community, and about Rockland County,” Legislator Patrick J. Moroney said. “He was born and raised in Orangetown and he was very proud of his work in creating Blue Hill Golf Course. Even today, the residents of Orangetown are able to enjoy the recreation of the course thanks to his efforts.” Lovett, who was called Jack, also supported t…
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Orange County Legislator O'Donnell Set To Challenge Congressman Maloney
Orange County Legislator James O'Donnell of Goshen said he'll announce next week that he's running for Congress. O'Donnell would become the second Republican candidate in a race to unseat Democratic U.S. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney of Cold Spring in November. O'Donnell, 66, is a retired police commander and Goshen resident who has worked in county government for about 10 years, first in the administration of former County Executive Ed Diana and then as a county legislator. Maloney has attracted national attention as a leading critic of President Donald Trump and advocate for gay rights.
White Plains, NY
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Schorr Announces State Senate Run
Dan Schorr is the latest candidate to run for County Executive George Latimer's old state senate seat. Schorr, a White Plains resident, announced Thursday he is seeking the Republican nomination to represent the 37th District. The seat became vacant when Latimer was elected county executive. The former Yonkers inspector general will be challenging Sarmad Khojasteh, a Bedford attorney, for the Republican nomination. Schorr said he wants to clean up Albany, deliver meaningful tax relief, and strengthen laws against sexual misconduct. “My background both in the private sector and as a sex cr…
Scarsdale, NY
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Scarsdale Investor Declines Gubernatorial Run
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's potential opponents are stepping aside. Harry Wilson, a Scarsdale businessman considered the frontrunner for the Republican nomination, announced on Facebook Monday that he will not be running for governor, citing family reasons. Cuomo, a Democrat, is running for a third term this year. Wilson joins Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro and former Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, who also announced they will not be challenging Cuomo. "I have been wrestling with two incredibly powerful but, ultimately, competing forces – a deep desire to serve and make …
Danbury, CT
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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday
DANBURY, Conn. — After a snowstorm cancellation, Mayor Mark Boughton is inviting supporters to attend a "special election announcement" in downtown Danbury where he is expected to launch his campaign for governor. "After a year of exploring a run for statewide office, I have reached a decision on participating in the 2018 election," Boughton said on his Facebook page. "I could not do this without your support and am honored to have you on our team as we move forward." The announcement had been set for last Thursday, but it has been moved to Tuesday, Jan. 9. …
