Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death
Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death The Putnam County Republican Committee has formally endorsed Acting Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess as its candidate in this year’s election to succeed the late Sheriff Kevin McConville, who died last week.   Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne announced the endorsement on Thursday, Aug. 28, praising Hess as the right leader to continue McConville’s legacy of public safety.  "Sheriff Kevin McConville’s service and dedication will never be forgotten, and Brian is ready to continue that legacy of keeping Putnam County safe," Byrne said in a statement, continuing, "He has my fu…
Services Set For Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville After Death At 68 Services Set For Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville After Death At 68 Services Set For Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville After Death At 68
Services Set For Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville After Death At 68 Service dates have been set to honor the life of Putnam County Sheriff Kevin J. McConville, who died last week at the age of 68. McConville died peacefully at home on Friday, Aug. 22, with his family by his side, as Daily Voice previously reported.  According to his obituary, friends and family will gather on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Clinton Funeral Home, located at 21 Parrott St. in Cold Spring. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated the following day, Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Loretto Church at 24 Fair St. in Cold Spring, with interment to foll…
NY Appellate Court Throws Out Trump's $500M+ Fine For Inflating Wealth, Property Values NY Appellate Court Throws Out Trump's $500M+ Fine For Inflating Wealth, Property Values NY Appellate Court Throws Out Trump's $500M+ Fine For Inflating Wealth, Property Values
NY Appellate Court Throws Out Trump's $500M+ Fine For Inflating Wealth, Property Values A New York appellate court struck down the half-billion-dollar penalty imposed on President Donald Trump and his company for lying about his wealth and inflating property values. The state supreme court's Appellate Division, First Judicial Department, overturned the roughly $527 million fine known as "disgorgement" on Thursday, Aug. 21. The appellate court justices were split on whether New York Attorney General Letitia James proved The Trump Organization committed fraud, but the majority said the fine was "excessive" and unconstitutional. James can appeal the decision to New…
Poll: Sherrill Leads Ciattarelli In NJ Gov Race Poll: Sherrill Leads Ciattarelli In NJ Gov Race Poll: Sherrill Leads Ciattarelli In NJ Gov Race
Poll: Sherrill Leads Ciattarelli In NJ Gov Race Democrat Mikie Sherrill continues to maintain a lead over Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the race for New Jersey governor. A new poll from StimSight Research Poll for InsiderNJ has Sherrill, who currently serves in Congress, leading Ciattarelli 48% to 42%. Voters said affordability, 53% and taxes, 43%, were the two biggest issues in the election. Sherrill has a slim lead over Ciattarelli, 36% to 34% when it comes to affordability, but Ciattarelli has a big lead over Sherrill, 50% to 15% when it comes to lowering taxes. The poll found similar approval ratings for President Donald Trump and…
Trump Demands Probe Of Beyoncé, Oprah Over ‘Illegal’ Endorsement Payouts Trump Demands Probe Of Beyoncé, Oprah Over ‘Illegal’ Endorsement Payouts Trump Demands Probe Of Beyoncé, Oprah Over ‘Illegal’ Endorsement Payouts
Trump Demands Probe Of Beyoncé, Oprah Over ‘Illegal’ Endorsement Payouts President Donald Trump is again going after the Democrats as he continues to deflect attention away from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Trump once again took to Truth Social to let the public know that he is "looking into the large amount of money owed by the Democrats" following the presidential election, which featured several prominent celebrities throwing their support behind the now-president's opposition. Specifically, the president called for Beyoncé, Oprah, Al Sharpton, and others to be probed for their roles in the election — citing "ridiculous fees that were incorrectly stated in th…
Former Boonton Cop, Sheriff Gannon Tapped As Ciattarelli's Running Mate For Governor Former Boonton Cop, Sheriff Gannon Tapped As Ciattarelli's Running Mate For Governor Former Boonton Cop, Sheriff Gannon Tapped As Ciattarelli's Running Mate For Governor
Former Boonton Cop, Sheriff Gannon Tapped As Ciattarelli's Running Mate For Governor Jack Ciattarelli is heading into the New Jersey governor’s race with a new running mate — and a familiar face to Morris County residents. This morning, in front of a packed house at Johnnies Tavern in Boonton, we made it official. I am proud to announce... Posted by Jack Ciattarelli on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 The Republican candidate on Wednesday, July 23, named Morris County Sheriff James "Jim" Gannon as his pick for lieutenant governor. The announcement was made in front of a packed house at Johnnie’s Tavern in Boonton, where Gannon once worked as a police officer. Gannon brings…
NJ Mansion Tax: Lawmakers Just Quietly Passed A New Bill That Makes Selling Way More Expensive NJ Mansion Tax: Lawmakers Just Quietly Passed A New Bill That Makes Selling Way More Expensive NJ Mansion Tax: Lawmakers Just Quietly Passed A New Bill That Makes Selling Way More Expensive
NJ Mansion Tax: Lawmakers Just Quietly Passed A New Bill That Makes Selling Way More Expensive New Jersey’s luxury real estate market was thrown into turmoil after lawmakers passed a sweeping mansion tax bill on Monday, June 30, shifting the state’s high-end realty transfer fee from buyers to sellers and adding steep new tiers up to 3.5%. Under the new law, Assembly Bill 5804, sellers of homes over $1 million will absorb what had historically been a 1% buyer-paid fee, with significant increases for higher-value properties. The rates for sellers rises to: 2% over $2 million 2.5% over $2.5 million 3% over $3 million 3.5% over $3.5 million That means a seller of a $4 million home will …
Residents File Petition To Dissolve Village Of Spring Valley, Report Says Residents File Petition To Dissolve Village Of Spring Valley, Report Says Residents File Petition To Dissolve Village Of Spring Valley, Report Says
Residents File Petition To Dissolve Village Of Spring Valley, Report Says A push to dissolve a Rockland County village's government is officially underway, and residents may get the final say at the ballot box this November.  According to a new report by The Monsey Scoop, a group of residents submitted petitions on Tuesday, July 1, seeking to eliminate the Spring Valley village government.  The Village Clerk will now review the petitions to verify that each signature meets legal requirements under New York State law, including confirming the signers are registered voters within the village, the outlet reported.  If approved, the village would be o…
Hochul Leads '26 Governor’s Race Against GOP Challengers, But Fails To Hit 50%, Poll Shows Hochul Leads '26 Governor’s Race Against GOP Challengers, But Fails To Hit 50%, Poll Shows Hochul Leads '26 Governor’s Race Against GOP Challengers, But Fails To Hit 50%, Poll Shows
Hochul Leads '26 Governor’s Race Against GOP Challengers, But Fails To Hit 50%, Poll Shows Gov. Kathy Hochul holds a commanding early lead over three potential Republican challengers in the 2026 New York governor’s race, fresh polling shows. Hochul leads Rep. Elise Stefanik by 23 points, 47 to 24%, Rep. Mike Lawler by 20 points, 44 to 24%, and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman by 25 points, 44 to 19%, according to a Siena College poll released Tuesday, July 1. However, she’s still falling short of the 50% mark in every matchup, and more than a quarter of voters remain undecided, pollsters found. “While the early leads seem large, Hochul is not hitting the ‘magic’ 51% mark …
NC Senator Won't Seek Re-Election After Clashing With Trump Over 'Big Beautiful Bill' NC Senator Won't Seek Re-Election After Clashing With Trump Over 'Big Beautiful Bill' NC Senator Won't Seek Re-Election After Clashing With Trump Over 'Big Beautiful Bill'
NC Senator Won't Seek Re-Election After Clashing With Trump Over 'Big Beautiful Bill' Sen. Thom Tillis announced he will not seek re-election just hours after voting against President Donald Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill.” The North Carolina Republican issued a lengthy statement following his vote against the measure, which passed 51-49. “In Washington over the last few years, it’s become increasingly evident that leaders who are willing to embrace bipartisanship, compromise, and demonstrate independent thinking are becoming an endangered species,” Tillis said Sunday, June 29. “It’s not a hard choice, and I will not be seeking re-election.” Once a MAGA devotee, Til…
Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race
Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race New York City voters are heading to the polls Tuesday, June 24, in a high-stakes Democratic primary that could end with history in the making. In a surprise twist, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old progressive Assemblyman from Queens, has pulled ahead of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the latest polling—setting up what could be a stunning upset in the nation’s largest city. A final independent survey by PIX11 News, Emerson College, and The Hill shows Mamdani edging out Cuomo in the last round of a ranked-choice simulation, 52% to 48%, thanks to strong second- and third-choice support. The race is …
Video Alleges Inmate, Deputy, Undersheriff Love Triangle In Sullivan, Sheriff Candidate Says Video Alleges Inmate, Deputy, Undersheriff Love Triangle In Sullivan, Sheriff Candidate Says Video Alleges Inmate, Deputy, Undersheriff Love Triangle In Sullivan, Sheriff Candidate Says
Video Alleges Inmate, Deputy, Undersheriff Love Triangle In Sullivan, Sheriff Candidate Says A viral video has sparked a political firestorm in Sullivan County, with a Republican sheriff candidate calling for multiple investigations into what he alleges is a “criminal case” involving top officials at the Sheriff’s Office.  In a statement posted Thursday, June 12, Sullivan County sheriff candidate Tim Dymond demanded that Sheriff Mike Schiff immediately suspend Undersheriff Eric Chaboty, whom he referred to as “Schiff’s handpicked #2,” pending an Internal Affairs investigation.  He said the video, shared last week on social media, “shows clear evidence of an improper…