Category: Elections
Republicans hold rally in Ontario County on first day of early voting ahead of Election Day
Republicans from across Ontario County came together on Saturday for a Get Out the Vote Rally on the first day of early voting. Organized by the Ontario County Republican Committee, the socially distanced event brought together candidates for office from every level ... MORE
Early voting gets off to busy start across the Finger Lakes & Central New York
Early voting got off to a fast start across the Finger Lakes. Long lines, masks, and social distancing were observed all around as residents made their way out to cast ballots in what many have referred to as the most important election ... MORE
ICYMI: Jeff Gallahan, Matt Miller meet in debate on FingerLakes1.com (watch or listen)
On Tuesday FingerLakes1.com hosted a live-streamed debate between two candidates for New York State Assembly District 131. The district, which includes Ontario and Seneca counties has had a single representative for two decades. At the conclusion of 2020, Assemblyman Brian Kolb will ... MORE
Law enforcement in Cayuga County preparing for Election Day, but optimistic about community
The Auburn Police Department says it’s preparing for all possible outcomes after Election Day. Chief Shawn Butler spoke to Finger Lakes News Radio, explaining that he’s happy that the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office and Auburn Police Department enjoy mostly good relationships with ... MORE
Commission moves next presidential debate to virtual format; Trump says he won’t participate
On Thursday, the Commission on Presidential Debates announced that the next debate, set for October 15th would take place virtually. The announcement, which apparently did not include consultation of both candidates, set off a swift response from President Donald Trump — who ... MORE
$14M capital project on the ballot this December in Marion Central School District
Officials say a ‘conservative’ approach to budgeting over recent years has made it possible for the Marion Central School District to continue forward with a $14 million capital project. Voters will decide on the spend in a December 8th election. In a ... MORE
Polling shows Katko-Balter locked in close race for 24th District
Polling released over the weekend shows a tight race between Republican Congressman John Katko and Democratic Challenger Dana Balter in the 24th District. The Siena College/Syracuse.com poll shows Balter with a slight lead – capturing 45% of the vote, compared to Katko’s ... MORE
Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts will not run for re-election
There will be a change at the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Bary Virts announced last week that he would not seek re-election in 2021 when his current term expires. The Times of Wayne County reported on Saturday that Sheriff Virts, who ... MORE
Penn Yan CSD has a vacant board seat, district is searching for possible candidates
The Penn Yan Central School District is looking to fill a vacant board seat caused by resignation. That seat was previously held by Leslie Elliot, who moved out of the district. Interested candidates should submit a letter indicating their qualifications and reasons ... MORE
Settlement could prevent absentee ballots from being rejected in New York
A new settlement between New York State officials and the League of Women Voters expands correction options for absentee voting. The agreement came at a point where significant uncertainty remained about the state’s ability to process a higher-than-usual volume of absentee ballots ... MORE
Write-in candidate wins village election in Cayuga, other elections held on Tuesday
A small handful of votes were the difference makers in Cayuga County, as village elections were held on Tuesday. In the Village of Cayuga a write-in candidate beat out one of the individuals who actually appeared on the ballot. Shane Ellis, who ... MORE
Absentee ballot requests fumbled by unclear state regs, results in thousands being told to reapply before Election Day
Thousands of voters in New York who already applied for an absentee ballot may have to do it again. Some voters in several New York counties, including Monroe and Orleans, have received letters in recent weeks notifying them that prior absentee applications ... MORE
Facebook says it will take steps to limit misinformation, encourage voting
Facebook says it’s going to be taking steps over the next two months to encourage voting, minimize misinformation, and reduce the likelihood of post-election ‘civil unrest’. The company says it will restrict new political ads in the week before the election and ... MORE
Lawmakers want to see website, mobile app for tracking your absentee ballot
Two bills proposed by downstate legislators aim to create a website and mobile app for tracking absentee ballots. In August, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a series of election reforms aimed at making it easier for residents to vote. An executive order was ... MORE
Ballot drop boxes? Lawmakers want to see them across New York ahead of Election Day
Lawmakers in New York are calling for drop boxes for voters to leave absentee ballots, as skepticism grows in the U.S. Postal Service’s ability to keep up with increased demand. Legislation by Sens. Brad Hoylman, Rachel May and Assemblyman Richard Gottfried would ... MORE
