For 14 years, volunteer stops by every Wednesday at library to wind antique clock, water the plants
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 9:12 pm

Photos by Tom Rivers

ALBION – Bill Lattin is like clockwork with a weekly duty: watering the plants at Hoag Library and winding an antique clock.

Lattin took on the tasks when Hoag Library opened in July 2012. The clock and most of the plants were moved from the former Swan Library, which had been Albion’s public library from 1900 to mid-2012.

Most of the furnishings at Hoag Library were brand new. But some old bookshelves and the clock made the trip a few blocks south to the new library on Main Street.

Lattin estimates the clock is from the late 1880s to early 1890s. It’s not a grandfather clock and it doesn’t chime or have bells. The Swan Library staff wanted a quiet clock. He thinks the clock was on the wall when Swan first opened. He has seen in some old photos of the library’s earliest days.

He climbs on a small ladder every Wednesday afternoon and winds the clock, but not too tight or it won’t keep time perfectly. Wind it too much and it could be off a few minutes when he’s back the following week.

Lattin had some added work today because the clock needed to be set back an hour. He was a few days after the fact with clocks falling back an hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday.

After winding the clock, Lattin fills a container with water. He gets the big plants upstairs first then checks the ones in the lounge area by the magazines.

He is steady every week in what he calls “wind and water” day.

“It gives it consistency,” he said.

He knows how the clock can be delicate duty and he thinks the plants respond better to watering the same time, every week. He tries not to saturate the soil with too much water. He feels the dirt first to get a sense of how much water the plants need.

Lattin, who is retired as the county historian and Cobblestone Museum director, has quietly gone about the tasks at the library without much notice. But I saw him today and was impressed by how committed he has been to this unglamorous chore.

Bill latin checks the soil to get a feel for how much water to give the plant at Hoag Library.

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Fuggedaboutit! – Fall foliage moves well past peak
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 7:18 pm

Photo by Tom Rivers: The leaves are falling at a precipitous pace on the trees near the Ingersoll lift bridge in Albion in this photo taken on Tuesday.

It’s over for peak fall foliage throughout most of the state. There are still peak colors in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island, offering one last opportunity to enjoy optimal colors this year, I LOVE NY said today in its final weekly update about fall foliage conditions.

In the Greater Niagara region, nearly all the leaves have changed colors with significant droppage, I LOVE NY stated.

This map released today from I LOVE NY shows most of the state has moved past peak fall foliage.

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Bow Bending Believers to lead 8-week archery class at YMCA
By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 4 November 2026 at 4:36 pm

Provided photo: Merle Fredericks, founder of the Bow Bending Believers, poses with a deer he downed with bow and arrow. He and his wife Mitzi will be teaching an 8-week class for youth on bow hunting, beginning in December.

MEDINA – The Bow Bending Believers chapter of the national Christian Bowhunters of America has announced its fifth eight-week NASP/Centershot archery glass, according to instructor/founder Merle Fredericks.

The eight-week class is scheduled to begin Dec. 7 at the indoor range located in the basement of the Medina YMCA, 306 Pearl St. The class will be from 6 to 8 p.m. every Monday through Jan. 25. The class is limited to 12 students (boys and girls) in grades four through 12.

Students will learn how to shoot a Genesis compound bow and compete with their peers, with emphasis on good sportsmanship. Trophies will be awarded to the top three archers.

In addition, the class will also include archery-related Bible devotionals, developing new friendships and snacks.

To register, call (585)765-2839 or e-mail FredericksMerle1979@gmail.com.

The sport has been a passion for Fredericks since he was introduced to deer hunting by his father at 11 years of age.

“That year, my father harvested his best whitetail buck ever, an eight-pointer that scored 238”,” Fredericks said. “I have been hooked on hunting ever since. Back then, you could not hunt deer in New York state until you were 16 years old. When I turned 16 in 1977, I became a deer hunter and I have hunted every deer season since then. In 1977 I married my wife Mitzi, and a few years after we were married, she took up deer hunting as well. She has been blessed to have harvested many nice whitetail bucks since then. In 2014 her first buck with a bow was a Pope and Young record book buck that scored 144”. She has taken a few nice ones since then.”

In 1985, Fredericks decided to give bow hunting a try, and he has now been bow hunting for 41 years. In 2005 he became a New York certified bowhunting education instructor, and is currently a master instructor.

“I have been blessed to hunt many big game animals all over the United States, and harvest many whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn antelope and black bear, with both archery equipment and firearms. Mitzi has also been a certified hunter for almost 15 years.”

After almost 25 years in law enforcement and retiring as sheriff from the Orleans County, he became a member of the Christian Bowhunters of America, and started a local chapter called “Bow Bending Believers.” Since then they have hosted game dinners at Oak Orchard Assembly of God Church. They brought in big name speakers, who presented a hunting seminar and shared the gospel of Jesus Christ.

“My passion is to ‘win souls for Jesus Christ,’” Fredericks said. “Since 2003, we have hosted three national shoots, many 3D shoots and some youth events.”

In 2014 Fredericks was appointed by the board of CBA to serve as the executive director, a position he has held for 12 years. In 2011 he became an ordained minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In 20-21 he approached Jesse Cudzillo, then director of the YMCA in Medina, saying he was interested in hosting a youth archery event there. It took place in March and 20 kids learned how to shoot a bow and arrow and seven of them became Christians. Cudzillo was so impressed he asked Fredericks if he would be interested in doing more ministry at the YMCA. Cudzillo showed Fredericks the basement of the YMCA, a former Armory. The basement was the former indoor rifle range.

“He told me the range was ours if we cleaned it up, painted it and made it our own,” Fredericks said. “It took several months to clean it out and a local painter donated his time and paint. Since then they have been teaching boys and girls the National Archery in the Schools Centershot/Archery in the churches curriculum.”

In May 2024, Fredericks and Mitzi, Jeff Robinson and John Curtin all became certified.

To date they have taught four eight-week NASP classes. They teach basic archery skills and good sportsmanship and have a friendly competition, where the top three archers are awarded a trophy. Also, about a half an hour of the two-hour class is spent learning the Bible.

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Fuller 155 donates to OpOverwatch, a ministry that serves first responders
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 4:11 pm

Provided photo

LOCKPORT – Representatives from Fuller 155 presented a $2,000 donation to OpOverwatch, an organization based in Lockport that serves law enforcement officers, correction officers, dispatchers, military personnel, firefighters and EMS personnel.

Pictured from left include Orleans County Sheriff Chris Bourke, Fuller 155 volunteer Savanna Watts, OpOverwatch founder and executive director David Budz, Fuller 155 volunteer Jason watts, and Scott Buffin, deputy director of the Orleans County Emergency management Agency.

The donation is part of the proceeds from the fourth annual Fuller 155 Suicide Awareness Basket Raffle on Sept. 20. That event supports suicide awareness and prevention in memory of the late Erin Fuller, a deputy sheriff who died by suicide on Sept. 12, 2015.

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Medina man gets 5 years in prison for first-degree sex abuse
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 12:25 pm

Taylor Valovic

ALBION – A Medina man was sentenced to five years in state prison this morning by Orleans County Court Judge Sanford Church.

Taylor Valovic, 30, pleaded guilty o July 29 to first-degree sex abuse. He admitted in court to putting his hand on a girl’s private parts for his sexual gratification. The victim is under age 11.

Valovic was already on probation for a previous sexual offense. His attorney said Valovic has completed courses and has been working on his mental health while in the county jail. The lawyer asked for no more than 2 years in prison.

District Attorney Susan Howard asked for five years, the maximum in a plea agreement.

Judge Church opted for the maximum, noting Valovic was already on probation when he committed the most recent crime.

Valovic also will have 10 years of post-release supervision when he is released from prison.

He apologized for the crime when he was given the chance to speak during sentencing.

“I am sorry for what I did,” he said.

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Ortt, Hawley cruise to re-election to State Legislature
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 9:26 am

Photos by Tom Rivers: State Sen. Rob Ortt, left, and Assemblyman Steve Hawley speak during campaign events in Orleans County on Aug. 16.

Orleans County two representatives in the State Legislature were overwhelmingly re-elected on Tuesday.

Rob Ortt won another two-year term in the State Senate for the 62nd District and Steve Hawley will be back for another term in State Assembly for the 139th District.

They two have seldom had challengers in their districts that are heavily Republican.

Hawley, a Batavia resident, has been in the Assembly for over 20 years. He was first elected on Feb. 28, 2006 in a special election.

He was challenged by Sarah Wolcott, a Democrat from Batavia. Wolcott organized protests against Donald Trump, which attracted several hundred people. She ran made opposition to data centers a focus of her campaign.

Hawley secured 69.7 percent of the vote in a district that includes three counties. He had his largest margin in Orleans County with 74.1 percent of the vote. Here are the totals in the three counties: Orleans – Hawley, 9,901, and Wolcott, 3,461; Genesee – Hawley, 15,506, and  Wolcott, 5,863; Monroe – Hawley, 7,471 and Wolcott, 4,950.

“I’m grateful to the people of the 139th District for the trust they’ve placed in me,” Hawley said in a press release today. “Thank you to every volunteer, supporter and neighbor who stood with us throughout this campaign and over the years. Your dedication and hard work made this possible, and I’m honored to continue representing our communities in Western New York.”

Ortt, a North Tonawanda resident, was first elected 12 years ago. He is also the Republican conference leader in the State Senate.

He was challenged by Thomas Arida, a political activist and organizer from North Tonawanda. He has worked on over 150 campaigns at the  local, state and federal levels.

Ortt won with 62 percent of the vote in a district that includes all of Niagara and Orleans, and part of western Monroe counties. Orleans gave him his largest margin of support at 73.0 percent.

Here are the totals in the three counties: Orleans – Ortt, 9,754, and Arida, 3,597; Niagara – Ortt, 46,706, and Arida, 30,222; Monroe – Ortt, 15,730 and Arida, 10,129.

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Hospice of Orleans will give community presentations this month at 3 local libraries
Posted 4 November 2026 at 8:52 am

Press Release, Hospice of Orleans

ALBION – Hospice of Orleans, the trusted provider of hospice care in Orleans County, recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month this November by highlighting the exceptional, personalized care available to patients and families when they need it most.

Every day, the Hospice of Orleans team helps individuals and families navigate life’s most difficult moments with dignity, compassion, and respect. The month also provides an opportunity to recognize the dedicated professionals who make this care possible and raise awareness of the comfort and support hospice can offer throughout the community.

Throughout November, Hospice of Orleans will host educational presentations at local libraries to help community members learn more about hospice care. Members of the care team will be available to meet attendees, share information, and answer questions.

Presentation schedule:

  • Lee-Whedon Memorial Library: November 10 at 1:30 p.m.
  • Community Free Library: November 17 at 11:45 a.m.
  • Yates Town Library: November 30 at 2:30 p.m.

No RSVP is required. For more information, please call Hospice of Orleans at 585-589-0809.

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Tenney ‘deeply grateful’ for re-election to NY-24th District
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 4 November 2026 at 7:42 am

Claudia Tenney

OSWEGO — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney won re-election in New York’s 24th District against Alissa Ellman, a Democrat from Lockport.

The Republican-dominated district includes 14 counties and runs from Niagara County through Orleans, the Finger Lakes and northern New York. Tenney had 70 percent of the vote in Orleans, 9,331 votes to 4,040 for Ellman.

Tenney issued this statement on Tuesday night:

“I am deeply grateful to the people of New York’s 24th District for once again placing their trust in me to represent them in Congress. Every time the people of this district put their faith in me, I am reminded of just how much that trust means. These are the communities I love, the people I care deeply about, and the place I am so honored to fight for.

“Over the past term, as a member of the Ways and Means Committee, I helped make the 2017 tax cuts permanent, fought to lower costs for hardworking families, seniors, and vulnerable people, secured critical funding for our communities, and continued standing up for our farmers, law enforcement officers, and veterans.

“Serving the hardworking people of Upstate New York is the honor of my lifetime. I never forget who sent me to Washington or the responsibility I have to them. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for allowing me to continue this important work. I will never take your trust for granted, and I will keep fighting every day for a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Upstate New York.”

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Hochul re-elected governor; Blakeman had strong support in Orleans County
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 11:24 pm

Photo from Office of the Governor: Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks during a roundtable on Oct. 27 at LaGuardia Community College in Queens about an expansion in free community college.

Kathy Hochul was re-elected as governor of New York, winning a second term over Bruce Blakeman, according to the Associated Press.

Blakeman, a Republican and Nassau County executive, had strong support in Orleans County, getting 71.3 percent of the vote.

Here are the vote totals in Orleans County for the state offices on the ballot and the 24th Congressional District:

Representative to Congress 24th District – Alissa J. Ellman (Dem, Wor), 4,040 votes, against Claudia Tenney (Rep, Con), 9,331 votes

Governor and Lt. Governor – Kathy Hochul and Adrienne Adams (Dem, Wor), 3,872 votes; Bruce Blakeman and Todd Hood (Rep, Con, Vote Affordable), 9,679 votes

Comptroller – Thomas DiNapoli (Dem, Wor), 4,785 votes; Joseph Hernandez (Rep, Con), 8,449

Attorney General – Letitia James (Dem, Wor), 3,997 votes; Saritha Komatireddy (Rep, Con), 9,309 votes

State Senate 62nd District – Thomas Arida (Dem, Wor), 3,597 votes; Robert Ortt (Rep, Con), 9,754 votes

Member of State Assembly 139th District – Sarah Wolcott (Dem), 3,461 votes; Stephen Hawley (Rep, Con), 9,901 votes

Justices of the Supreme Court, 8th JD (4 positions available)

Craig Bucki (Dem, Wor), 3,509 votes

Anne Joynt (Dem, Wor), 4,603 votes

Michael Amodeo (Dem, Rep, Wor), 10,105 votes

Robert Richardson (Dem, Rep, Con), 11,062 votes

Deanne Tripi (Rep, Con), 8,698 votes

Jonathan Hickey (Rep, Con), 8,024 votes

Robert Vario (Con), 1,278 votes

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Shelby referendums rejected; Allport re-elected county legislator
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 10:51 pm

Photo by Tom Rivers: Voters fill out their ballots at the Carlton Rec Hall this evening. Polls were open in all 10 towns in Orleans County today.

Referendums that asked Shelby voters to have the town clerk and highway superintendent be hired or appointed by the Town Board, rather than as elected positions, were soundly defeated.

The proposition to make the clerk an appointed position was rejected by a 926-525 vote, while the highway superintendent proposition was voted down, 911-534.

The Shelby Town Board was seeking to have the town be the first to make the positions as appointed, saying people could apply for the positions and the board would review their credentials.

But residents opted to keep the positions as elected.

In the only contested race on the ballot among town and county positions, incumbent Don Allport, a Republican, was re-elected county legislator with 8,529 to the 4,211 for Marlene Seielstad.

Here are the vote totals for the town and county positions:

Orleans County

  • County Legislator at Large West – Merle “Skip” Draper (Rep), 9,513 votes
  • Legislator at Large Central – Marlene Seielstad (Dem), 4,211 votes, against Donald Allport (Rep), 8,529 votes
  • Legislator at Large East – Edward Morgan (Rep), 9,569 votes
  • Legislator District 1 – William Eick (Rep), 2,654 votes
  • Legislator District 2 – Lynne M. Johnson (Rep), 2,221 votes
  • Legislator District 3 – Fred Miller (Dem), 1,480 votes
  • Legislator District 4 – John Fitzak (Rep), 2,665 votes

Towns

  • Albion Supervisor – F. Richard Remley (Rep), 1,188 votes
  • Albion Town Justice (vote for up to 2) – Joseph Fuller (Rep), 1,143 votes, and Gary Moore (Rep), 1,148 votes
  • Barre Supervisor – Stephen Coville, II (Rep), 578 votes
  • Clarendon Supervisor – Frederick Seeman (Rep, Lawn Life), 939 votes against 181 write-ins
  • Gaines Supervisor – Tyler James Allport (Rep), 758 votes
  • Gaines Superintendent of Highways 1 yr to fill vacancy – Robert Verhagen (Rep), 775 votes
  • Kendall Supervisor – Anthony Cammarata (Rep), 835 votes
  • Kendall Superintendent of Highways – Eric Maxon (Rep), 915 votes
  • Murray Supervisor – Gerald Rightmyer (Rep), 1,141 votes
  • Shelby Supervisor – Jim Heminway (Rep), 1,132 votes
  • Yates Supervisor – Susan Hrovat (Rep), 587 votes against 98 write-ins
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Kendall keeps up Election Day tradition with spaghetti and meatballs at fire hall
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 7:42 pm

Photos by Tom Rivers

KENDALL – They voted, and then they ate. In Kendall, a popular Election Day tradition includes a bountiful plate of spaghetti and meatballs at the fire hall after voting next door at the town hall.

The top photo shows Eric Maxon stirring the spaghetti in a big pot of boiling water. Maxon and the Kendall Lions Club expected to serve at least 100 meals this evening. Maxon also is on the ballot for Kendall highway superintendent. He is unopposed.

Leanne Richards, left, and Crystal Botello serve spaghetti in the Kendall fire hall. The Lions Club has been offering the dinners on Election Day at least the past 20 years. Covid curtailed the crowds for the dinner beginning in 2020, but the Lions Club said people still enjoy the meals on Election Day. They can get take-outs or dine in the fire hall.

Carol Evans served iced tea, lemonade and other beverages.

Phyllis Winters prepared the bowls of salad for the meal.

The West Barre Church also served turkey dinners today in its annual Election Day tradition.

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Man dies in Carlton fire on Waterport Road
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 11:53 am

Photos by Tom Rivers

CARLTON – Firefighters from Carlton try to put out a fire at a double-wide trailer this morning at 1763 Waterport Rd.

Firefighters were dispatched to the scene just before 9:30 a.m. with reports of smoke coming from the house.

A man was found deceased inside the residence, Sheriff Chris Bourke said. He is awaiting positive identification of the body before releasing the name.

The sheriff said two deputies, John Doyle and Ashleigh Stornelli, suffered minor injuries when then attempted to get in the house. They broke windows and forced open a door, but were driven back by heavy smoke and heat. They drove themselves to Medina Memorial Hospital to have their injuries checked.

A next-door neighbor, Sarah Stasaitis, saw the smoke coming from the home and called 911. She also attempted to get inside and check on an elderly man who lives there, but she also was hit with a wall of smoke when she opened a garage door.

She also pounded on the windows to try to get the resident’s attention, but didn’t hear a response.

Firefighters from multiple companies in Orleans County responded to the scene, including Carlton, Albion, Murray, Lyndonville, Medina and Shelby. This home is at the corner of Waterport Road and Clark Mills Road.

This is the second fatal fire in Orleans County in less than two weeks. David Greene, 68, was killed in a fire in Knowlesville on Oct. 22.

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Editorial: Frenchy Downey and Brad Shelp set example as great citizens well into their 90s
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 8:12 am

Photos by Tom Rivers: Everett “Frenchy” Downey is shown in May 11, 2024 when he was close to retiring after selling and repairing televisions and appliances for 60 years in Albion. He retired on May 25, 2024, his 94th birthday.

Today is Election Day, when many people go to the polls believing it is a strong sense of citizenship duty. Yes, it is. It’s a good thing to vote, especially if people research candidates and issues, and make an informed choice.

But the great acts of citizenship are in how we conduct our daily lives, being a good neighbor and using our talents and resources to build a stronger community.

Orleans County in the past week lost two amazing citizens, generous gentleman who were very active well into their 90s.

Everett “Frenchy” Downey died at age 96 on Oct. 28. His friend, Brad Shelp, was 94 and died on Oct. 31. These two may be the best examples of the power of showing up, day after day for decades. They were both people you could count on.

Downey worked up until his 94th birthday at Frenchy’s TV & Appliance on Ridge Road in Gaines. He sold and repaired televisions and appliances for 60 years. He had a remarkable work ethic and an ability to connect with everyone.

He was slowed at age 93 when he hurt his back moving a freezer. But Frenchy continued to be a steady presence at his showroom and to make some house calls to give extra life to a stove, refrigerator, washing machine or another appliance.

“I have loved what I’ve been doing every day,” Downey said during a 2024 interview at his business at 13576 Ridge Rd. “I got to know a lot of people. I always have thought of my customers as my friends. I want to help them if I can.”

Frenchy Downey is shown in May 2024 with a 1946 Taylorcraft airplane, which he has had since 1968. Downey also built his own plane. He earned his pilot’s license in 1968 after his barbershop quartet broke up and he had more free time. He pursued a love of flying that he kept up until age 93.

Frenchy was fascinated by aviation and built his own airplanes. He was active in the Albion Rotary Club and received Rotary’s highest award, the Paul Harris Fellow. He also sang in a barbershop quartet that won national awards.

He and his wife Dorothy raised three children. Dorothy worked with Frenchy for about 40 years, until her passing in 2005. She was the bookkeeper. After her death, Frenchy took on the dreaded task of doing all the paperwork for his business. That was one part of the business he despised.

Brad Shelp drives his Bell Air convertible from 1954 in the Albion Strawberry Festival on June 8, 2024. He gave a ride to Mike and Faith Smith, who were grand marshals in the parade.

Brad Shelp was a fixture in the community for many decades. He was a well-known car salesman, working part-time through his 80s and early 90s. He took great pride in his classic cars, and he often drove his 1954 Bell Air convertible in the Albion Strawberry Festival parade.

Shelp served as the parade chairman, even in his 90s. It was a daunting challenge to organize about 50 parade entries, and space them out so the marching bands weren’t too close together.

Shelp was a key member of the Albion Rotary Club and maintained perfect attendance for well over 65 years. If he was on vacation or couldn’t make the Albion meeting, he found clubs in other communities to make up and keep that attendance streak alive.

He did more than show up for meetings. Shelp was active in the club’s fundraisers and service projects, whether preparing food for the St. Patrick’s Day ham dinner or hauling away bags of garbage during the spring cleanup day. He was integral member of the Rotary fishing derby for many years, an event that brought in nearly 1,000 participants and raised about $5,000 for community projects.

Brad joined the Army in 1954 and served in Korea. When he returned home, he joined his father at the Albion Motor Company, a General Motors dealership. He met his wife when she was looking for a car in 1956. Brad proved a persuasive salesman.

Brad and Pat were married for 63 years and had two sons. Pat was a beloved teacher and school librarian at Albion. She was 86 when she passed away in 2021.

Brad Shelp and his wife Pat are shown in 2012 during Halloween. The Shelps had a big display at their home on Meadowbrook Drive, and they welcomed kids and their parents to a take a break with hot cider and doughnuts.

Many Albion people may best know Brad and his late wife Pat as the best stop for trick or treating. The Shelps had an elaborate setup on Meadowbrook Drive, with orange lights up their driveway. They turned their garage into a welcome center, offering parents a chance to sit down for a few minutes and enjoy some hot cider and doughnuts. The kids received bags that were stuffed with treats.

The lives of Frenchy Downey and Brad Shelp are examples for how to make a difference in our community by showing up every day. These two men were very dependable, anchors in the Albion community for many decades.

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Competition for state positions and Congress, but few contested local races
By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 3 November 2026 at 5:33 am

Voters go to polls today for governor, many other positions on double-sided ballot

It’s election day in Orleans County and across the state with several contested races for some of the leading offices of the state, including governor.

Locally, the state legislators representing Orleans County also have rare competition with State Sen. Rob Ortt and Assemblyman Steve Hawley both facing challengers.

Among the county and town positions on the ballot, only one of seven county legislators features a contested race with Marlene Seielstad running against incumbent Don Allport for an at-large position (countywide).

None of the candidate for town positions have challengers on the ballot, although two candidates are mounting write-in campaigns: Kathy Harnischfeger in Clarendon against Fred Seeman and Steve Colon in Yates against Susan Hrovat.

There are two public referendums in Shelby. The town is asking voters if the elected town clerk and elected highway superintendent shall be abolished with an appointed or hired town clerk and highway superintendent, commencing Jan. 1, 2028 with four-year terms.

Here are the candidates on the ballot:

Federal

  • Representative to Congress 24th District – Alissa J. Ellman (Dem, Wor) against Claudia Tenney (Rep, Con)

State

  • Governor and Lt. Governor – Kathy Hochul and Adrienne Adams (Dem, Wor) against Bruce Blakeman and Todd Hood (Rep, Con, Vote Affordable)
  • Comptroller – Thomas DiNapoli (Dem, Wor) against Joseph Hernandez (Rep, Con)
  • Attorney General – Letitia James (Dem, Wor) against Saritha Komatireddy (Rep, Con)
  • State Senate 62nd District – Thomas Arida (Dem, Wor) against Robert Ortt (Rep, Con)
  • Member of State Assembly 139th District – Sarah Wolcott (Dem) against Stephen Hawley (Rep, Con)
  • Justices of the Supreme Court, 8th JD (4 positions available) – Craig Bucki (Dem, Wor), Anne Joynt (Dem, Wor), Michael Amodeo (Dem, Rep, Wor), Robert Richardson (Dem, Rep, Con), Deanne Tripi (Rep, Con), Jonathan Hickey (Rep, Con) and Robert Vario (Con)

Orleans County

  • County Legislator at Large West – Merle “Skip” Draper (Rep)
  • Legislator at Large Central – Marlene Seielstad (Dem) against Donald Allport (Rep)
  • Legislator at Large East – Edward Morgan (Rep)
  • Legislator District 1 – William Eick (Rep)
  • Legislator District 2 – Lynne M. Johnson (Rep)
  • Legislator District 3 – Fred Miller (Dem)
  • Legislator District 4 – John Fitzak (Rep)

Towns

  • Albion Supervisor – F. Richard Remley (Rep)
  • Albion Town Justice (vote for up to 2) – Joseph Fuller (Rep) and Gary Moore (Rep)
  • Barre Supervisor – Stephen Coville, II (Rep)
  • Clarendon Supervisor – Frederick Seeman (Rep, Lawn Life) against Kathy Harnischfeger as write-in
  • Gaines Supervisor – Tyler James Allport (Rep)
  • Gaines Superintendent of Highways 1 yr to fill vacancy – Robert Verhagen (Rep)
  • Kendall Supervisor – Anthony Cammarata (Rep)
  • Kendall Superintendent of Highways – Eric Maxon (Rep)
  • Murray Supervisor – Gerald Rightmyer (Rep)
  • Shelby Supervisor – Jim Heminway (Rep)
  • Yates Supervisor – Susan Hrovat (Rep) against Steven Colon as write-in

Click here to see the polling sites throughout the county.

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