Elections - The Somers Record

Lawler Demonstrates A Common-Sense Approach To Government

Dear Editor,It has been almost 20 years since I had the privilege to serve the Town of Carmel-Mahopac and the County of Putnam.My wife Terry and I still maintain a year-round residence in Mahopac and … more

Frank J. Del Campo | 11/1/24

Jones Supports Women’s Reproductive Rights

Dear Editor,Based on my research as a citizen who takes self-governing and my votes seriously, I am voting for Mondaire Jones. Here’s why:Former U.S. Representative Mondaire Jones is who has … more

Jeanne Nelson | 11/1/24

Seven Town Supervisors Endorse Slater For Assembly

Dear Editor,We write today to the residents of the 94th Assembly District asking you to reelect Assemblyman Matt Slater.We urge the residents of our district to support Assemblyman Slater in the … more

Seven Area Town Supervisors | 11/1/24

Prop 1 Could Be Called The ‘Parent Replacement Act’

Dear Editor,Many of my neighbors are unaware of the upcoming ballot amendment vote in New York this November, and that’s a serious concern. Prop 1 could be the most sweeping constitutional change … more

Elizabeth Almeyda | 11/1/24

Prop 1 Could Take Away Parental Rights

Dear Editor,In the Prop 1 amendment, also knows as the “Equal Rights” amendment, other new protected classes of people are: • Ethnicity and national origin. This could be interpreted as … more

Howard Hellwinkel | 10/31/24

Harckham Fights Our Climate Crisis

Dear Editor,Pete Harckham, as chair of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee, has been working to fight our climate crisis, perhaps the biggest threat to our future, and protect drinking … more

Jillian Annunziata Debold | 10/31/24

Prop 1 Is A Poorly Drafted, Ambiguous Mess

Dear Editor,A proposed amendment to the New York State constitution is on the ballot as a referendum item for consideration by voters this coming Nov. 5.The proposed amendment (Article 1, Section 11) … more

Gilbert Samberg | 10/26/24

Early Voting Begins in Westchester and Putnam Counties

WESTCHESTER AND PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. - This year’s general elections are set for Tuesday, Nov. 5. Voting on that day takes place from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.Early voting begins on Saturday, Oct. 26, and … more

Carol Reif | 10/26/24

Gina Arena Will Be Tough On Crime

Dear Editor,I am writing to express my support for 40th District State Senate candidate Gina Arena, the opponent of our current state senator, in the upcoming election.As a concerned Republican … more

Marcus Sarno | 10/25/24

Is Lawler Really Moderate?

Dear Editor,Representative Mike Lawler presents himself as a moderate, so at first look, you wouldn’t know he is extreme. He’s got a nice smile. He sends lots of emails proclaiming all the things … more

Daryl Lansdale | 10/25/24

Re-Elect Peter Harckham to State Senate District 40

Dear Editor,Early voting has begun. As a resident of the 40th State Senate District, I will proudly cast my vote to re-elect State Senator Peter Harckham. Pete has a proven record of commitment to … more

Susan Polos | 10/25/24

Gina Arena Will Be Tough On Crime

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my support for 40th District State Senate candidate Gina Arena, the opponent of our current state senator, in the upcoming election. As a concerned … more

Marcus Sarno | 10/18/24

Gina Arena is not Pro-Choice

Dear Editor,Republican challenger Gina Arena is again running against incumbent Democratic Senator Pete Harckham in New York State Senate’s District 40.Ms. Arena claims on her website … more

Lou Sorell | 10/18/24

Somers Bakery Takes Sweet Approach to Casting Votes

SOMERS, N.Y. - Sweet!Despite some minor blowback that forced it to post a sign urging civility, one Somers bakery has been able to happily carry on its tasty tradition of offering bipartisan election … more

Carol Reif | 10/11/24

Interview With Westchester County Court Candidate Sheralyn Pulver Goodman

Q: First of all, thank you so much for taking my questions. For people who may not know you, can you tell us where you grew up, schools attended, etc.? Sheralyn Pulver Goodman: When I was 3, my … more

Jim Martorano | 9/28/24

Westchester/ Putnam Building And Construction Trades Council To Endorse Slater Second Time Around

For the second time, the Westchester/Putnam Building and Construction Trades Council has endorsed Matt Slater for the 94th Assembly District, reaffirming their support as he seeks re-election. The … more

Office of Assemblyman Matt Slater | 8/17/24

Somers Voters Approve Budget, Elect Newcomers to Board of Ed

SOMERS, N.Y. - Voters in the Somers Central School District turned out on May 21, opting to approve the district’s $110,810,731 budget by a measure of 1902 to 774 votes. In addition, … more

Halston Media Staff | 5/22/24

Somers Board of Ed Candidates Weigh In at LWV Forum

SOMERS, N.Y. There was more agreement than disagreement among the four folks vying for two seats on the Somers Board of Education at a recent candidates’ forum. Co-hosted by the PTA … more

Carol Reif | 5/19/24

Somers Board of Education Election Guide

SOMERS, N.Y. - When Somers Central School District voters head to the polls later this month, they will be tasked with choosing between four candidates vying for a pair of open board seats. … more

Tom Walogorsky | 5/10/24

League of Women Voters to Hold Board of Ed Candidate Forums

NORTHERN WESTCHESTER, NY – Elections for each of the four local school board races, and for proposed school budgets, will be held on Tuesday, May 21. To encourage and inform voter … more

Halston Media Staff | 5/1/24