LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Local officials reacted with upset and confusion at today’s announcement that Congressman Chris Collins, his son and a friend were indicted on charges Wednesday of insider trading and lying to federal officials -- Democrats saying the indictment is a sign of how distant Collins is from his district and Republicans urging people not to rush to judgement. Livingston County Democratic Committee Chair Judith Hunter said the news … [Read more...]
SUN VIDEO: Livonia Dems Designate Marty Hughes for Supervisor
LIVONIA – The first Livonia Democratic caucus in several years ended with Marty Hughes as the Democratic designee for Town Supervisor. Eric Gott, incumbent Supervisor who is endorsed by the Republican and Conservative parties for re-election and running on the independent 'Livonia First' line, appeared at the caucus to seek Democratic designation as well. However, the caucus voted 42 to 14 to limit nominations only to registered members of … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Students Condemn and Defend Defacing Republicans’ Painting
GENESEO — Someone defaced the SUNY Geneseo College Republicans' painting on the Geneseo 'Greek Tree' over Thursday night. At some point before Friday morning, the painting depicted a Republican elephant, the letters GOP, a checked box marked 'Kasich,' and the group name of the College Republicans. The tree's defacement has brought about a swarm of conversation online among college students, some in support of the action and others in … [Read more...]
Livingston County Democrats Endorse McCaffrey for DA, Still Mum on Re-Election Campaign
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Democratic Committee formally endorsed Greg McCaffrey for Livingston County District Attorney on Wednesday, though he has yet to announce a re-election campaign. McCaffrey, a Democrat, has been District Attorney since 2012. "The Livingston County Democratic Committee was pleased to vote unanimously to endorse District Attorney Greg McCaffrey at last night's meeting," said Democratic Committee Chair … [Read more...]