Election highlights shift in local races across counties
Republican John A. DeFrancisco won a seat on the Board of Education while Janet J. Edison lost re election. Bernard J. Mahoney unseated Vincent O Neil for councilor at large and James Walsh defeated Ronald Mansour. Salina went Democratic for the first time, and Democrats hold an 18 11 majority in the County Legislature. Election workers at the Civic Center reported results in two hours.
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Pawlinga unseats Hanna in Utica mayoral race by wide margin
Stephen Pawlinga defeats incumbent Edward Hanna 18 682 to 12 048 in Utica mayoral election after critical stance on city spending and a news blackout. Pawlinga pledges orderly transition and focus on state and national matters while Hanna notes tax and budget growth during his tenure. Republican Michael Caruso received 987 votes.
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Warm spell lingers on in Central New York
The ongoing warm period in Central New York may tie or break the record for the latest first snowfall in the Syracuse area. The National Weather Service notes the 1916 date of November 14 as the previous latest trace. Skies stay cloudy tonight with mid 50s low. tomorrow highs around 65 with possible showers. More wet weather is forecast through the weekend per Han cock Airport's weatherman.
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Hancock
Flooding Prompts Evacuations in Schoharie County
More than 50 families were evacuated overnight as the Schoharie Creek began flooding in eastern New York. The National Weather Service said no significant precipitation was expected today and the situation should ease. Evacuations covered area from Blenheim to Middleburgh in the county's western portion.
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Brezhnev Sees “Change for the Better” in U.S. Ties
In a Kremlin meeting with U.S. Ambassador Malcolm Toon, President Brezhnev stated that Soviet U.S. relations have improved. Tass cited emphasis on finalizing a new strategic arms limitation agreement.
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Dem gains as Lee Alexander leads Syracuse city win
In Syracuse and Onondaga County, Democrats led by Mayor Lee Alexander celebrate wins across city and county government. Republicans lose ground despite John Dillon capturing the Sheriff’s Department, as recanvass confirms close races in the Legislature and Council.
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Dillon Wins Big Upset In Onondaga County Sheriff Race
John Dillon defeats Sheriff Patrick J. Corbett by 20 099 votes ending Corbett 14 year tenure. Dillon carries City and all towns totaling 80014 votes to Corbett 59915 with Conservative line adding 7462. Dillon pledges to boost department morale and credits city turnout and family support.
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Israeli air and sea barrage hits southern Lebanon
Israeli warplanes naval missiles and artillery struck Palestinian guerrilla positions in southern Lebanon killing over 60 and wounding 82. At least 48 of the dead were Lebanese in Azzieh, a village near Tyre, as Sidon officials reported. The assault, described by Lt Gen Gur as retaliation for cross border attacks, marked a major escalation since 1975.
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Koch Byrne Dalton Triumph Across States in Off Year Voting
New Jersey Governor Brendan Byrne won a second term after pushing the states first income tax. Virginia voters chose millionaire Republican Lt. Gov John Dalton as governor. In New York City Edward Koch defeated Abraham Beame in a wide mayoral contest. Charles Robb was elected Virginia lieutenant governor, while nationwide results were largely defined by local issues.
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Virginia
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Charles Robb
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FDA considers warning labels for liquid protein drinks
The FDA plans a rule requiring warning labels on every bottle of liquid protein with medical supervision advised. In political news, Republicans lost ground in New Jersey governor races as Byrne and Dalton surged from behind, while Ray Bateman once led by 20 points. Harvey Milk hailed his San Francisco supervisor win as progress for gays. Washington state voters approved a civil law to curb pornography by closing adult venues.
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