Yonkers Tribune

WesCons PAC Mailer Confuses Many Voters in Westchester County District Attorney and Yonkers City Council District 6 Races By Hezi Aris

Comment from Democrat candidate Ted Winnicki

Yonkers, NY -- WestCons PAC, better known as the Westchester County Conservative  Political Action Committee sent out a political mailer that many potential voters received today. The side addressed to the voter boldly directed the voter to cast their vote on Line D. When the recipient flips to the other side,  they are greeted by the image of Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore on one side and Yonkers City Council District 6 candidate on the other side. Ms DiFiore is running for re-election, Mr Larkin’s effort is his first. Both candidates have been endorsed by the Westchester County Conservative Committee. At first glance, it seems as though Ms DiFiore is endorsing the candidacy of Mr Larkin. That is not the case.

Change the Clock – and Your Smoke Alarm Batteries, Too

Yonkers, NY -- When you change the clocks back this weekend, don’t forget to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, too.  It can make a difference in surviving a home fire.

DiFiore Endorsed By All Five NYPD Unions

White Plains, NY --  All five NYPD unions have endorsed Westchester's District Attorney Janet DiFiore.

 

Patrick Lynch, the leader of the Patromen's Benevolent Association of the City of New York (NYPD PBA), said, "Your proven track record and commitment to law enforcement are well recognized. As police officers who face, every day, the chance that we might be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice, the members of the PBA will be honored to have you representing our members."

 

National Black Police Association Endorse Rob Astorino

The Hezitorial: Who are You Voing For? By Hezi Aris

The political landscape is filled with protagonists of every background imaginable. Some young; others old. Some bear formal educational backgrounds; others do not. Some possess a charismatic demeanor; others less so. The People have evolved alongside the politicians for as long as history is remembered. It seemed The People were always one step behind; today’s technologically savvy citizen is as informed, if at times, not more so than the political animal that has outwitted us for our vote. We have often lost the struggle to maintain hold of our vote, finding it taken by “others” for reasons we do not hold dear. Why do we cast the vote we cast? Do we vote for the people whose names are listed on the ballot or are they simply stand-ins for the power brokers who control them?

Rob Astorino for County Executive - "Highest Taxes In America"

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Annabi Announcing Supplemental Funding Underway for New Community Center

Yonkers, NY --  City Council Majority Leader Sandy Annabi (D, District 2) has been lobbying to help establish a multi-use community center in Southwest Yonkers, and today she announced another step in funding for the as-yet fledgling project. The grand total now stands at $350,000 for a community center. There is currently no selected site and the Council Member is currently soliciting possible sites.

Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 And Yonkers Fire Officers Back Westchester’s District Attorney Janet DiFiore for Re-election

District Attorney Janet DiFiore with Barry McGoey, Vice-President of Local 628 and Lt. Robert Masick, President of the Yonkers Uniformed Fire Officers Association

Yonkers, NY -- Yonkers Firefighters Local 628- IAFF once again has endorsed Janet DiFiore, this time for re-election as Westchester's District Attorney. DiFiore has had the union's support each time she's run for elective office, dating back to her first run for County Court Judge in 1998. The Yonkers Uniformed Fire Officers are also supporting the District Attorney this year.

Five Days Out By Henry J. Stern

What's Behind Political Torpor as Nov. 3 Nears?

The mayoral race is fast approaching its finish line. Election Day, November 3, is just five days away. We have not seen a mayoral election which aroused so little excitement since Mayor Robert F. Wagner (Dem-Lib) won a second term in 1957 by defeating the Republican candidate, Robert K. Christenberry, who was postmaster of New York during the Eisenhower administration. Wagner received 1,508,775, or 67.8% of the total. Christenberry received 585,768 votes, 26.3% of the total. There were more Republicans living in New York City fifty-two years ago.

Did NYC Mayor Mike Bloomberg Endorse Rob Astorino Candidacy for Westchester County Executive

UPDATE: Endorsement NOT made in favor of Mr  Astorino!

  White Plains, NY -- An issue of credibility has insinuated itself into the campaign the campaign for Westchester County Executive. It is with regard to the Bloomberg endorsement of Rob Astorino. The Andy spano campaign has asserted in writing that the endorsement is a "fabrication." spano spokeperson Michael Virga in email correspondence claims they have checked with Mayor Bloomberg's people and the endorsement is a "fabrication" and nothing more.

A request of New York Mayor Bloomberg's Press Office has been made, as has one of Mr Astorino's campaign people. 

Mario De Giorgio Receives Endorsement from Yonkers PBA, Yonkers CLSA, Yonkers Firefighters Local 628, Yonkers Fire Officers, and Westchester County PBA

Yonkers, NY --  Lt. Phelan stated, “The men and women of the Yonkers Police Benevolent Association and Captain's, Lieutenant's and Sergeant's Association are proud to endorse Mario De Giorgio for City Council in the 4th District. We believe Mario is a man of the people and truly understands what people need, especially when it comes to public safety.  As most Yonkers residents are aware, the Police Department budget was slashed by $5.3 million dollars this year causing a rise in both violent and property crimes.  Because there are less Police Officers on the street it is hard to combat quality of life issues and our department has become more reactive as opposed to proactive. Unfortunately these issues become larger problems and in some instances serious crimes.  We have faith that Mario De Giorgio will make the fiscally responsible choices so the men and women of the Yonkers Police Department can effectively fight crime in Yonkers.” 

Yonkers Unions Endorse Chuck Lesnick for Re-election

Yonkers, NY --  At a press conference held this morning on the front steps of Yonkers City Hall, representatives of most of Yonkers unionized workers officially endorsed Yonkers City Council President Chuck Lesnick for re-election.

Spano to Astorino: Stop Lying to Voters, Pull Your Misleading Ads

White Plains, NY -- County Executive Andy Spano today demanded that Rob Astorino remove from his web site and from the airways all the outrageous lies that he continues to aggressively promote ? despite a finding from the county?s Fair Campaign Practice Committee that the claims were unsubstantiated and the rhetoric troubling.

My Choice is Andy Spano By Nick A. Spano

Dear Neighbor: 

This coming Tuesday, the voters of Westchester have a choice to make for County Executive.   

My choice is Andy Spano.  Yes, you read it right.  I’m casting my vote for Democrat Andy Spano, and I want you to know that I didn’t make this decision lightly.  My choice is Andy Spano because he is the right candidate for us. 

Inspector General Zisman Uncovers Impropriety by Y.A.L.I.S.

Yonkers, NY -- Read Yonkers Inspector General Phil Zisman's report of the Yonkers Alliance of Latino and Immigrant Services, Inc. (Y.A.L.I.S.). - Click to read the Yalis Report By IG Zisman