Government & Politics
A historic primary win for Hochul
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Kathy Hochul, the first woman to win a major-party gubernatorial nomination in New York, will face Republican Lee Zeldin this fall. Both primaries were marked by low turnout.
Rochester Beacon (https://rochesterbeacon.com/category/government-politics/page/3/)
Kathy Hochul, the first woman to win a major-party gubernatorial nomination in New York, will face Republican Lee Zeldin this fall. Both primaries were marked by low turnout.
The Democrat, who became president of the Monroe County Legislature after joining the Republican Caucus, says she wants to foster a bipartisan spirit. The task of devising a new redistricting plan is her first test.
The funds are part of a $172.5 million commitment for area projects announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul today.
The Democrats’ caucus picks an all-women leadership team, but Sabrina LaMar’s absence underscores the division that remains in the party.
In his inaugural speech, the city’s new mayor told the community that “together we will chart a path that will build a bridge to Rochester’s future.”
Starting Monday, all businesses and venues statewide must implement a mask requirement or require proof of fully vaccinated status.
The mayor-elect announced the appointment of Chief of Staff Tamara Mayberry and 12 others.
As the city’s first openly gay mayor, he paid tribute to “the achievements and sacrifice of Rochester’s LGBTQ+ community who have made this historic moment both possible and poignant.”
Rochester’s mayor leaves office under terms of a plea agreement with “no regrets,” pointing to progress made during her administration.
Citing rising hospitalizations and deaths, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello called on county residents to wear masks outside the home and at public gatherings—and for the unvaccinated to get their shots.