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Kingston, NY – In the Hudson Valley, there were more than a few surprises, as we hear in this report from WAMC's Dave Lucas...
Republican Marc Molinaro is the new Dutchess County Executive. Molinaro defeated Dan French...
"Dan definitely engaged in a very spirited campaign," said Molinaro. "I was always underestimate, I think. The plurality it's very, very gratifying and humbling in many ways."
In Newburgh, Democrat Judy Kennedy claimed victory defeated Republican Christine Bello by almost 2 to 1 in what observers thought would be a close race.
Poughkeepsie's Republican Mayor John Tkazyik won his re-election bid against Democrat Ken Levinson.
Kingston has a new mayor: Democrat Shayne Gallo the victor in a 4-way contest - Gallo addressed a gathering of his supporters...
"Thank you - I look forward to the challenges," said Gallo. "I'm going to need all of you - like the hard work you did for us to get us elected - to get what needs to be done for the city to move it forward. And I can't wait to work with all of you."
Incumbent Republican Ulster County District Attorney Holley Carnright kept his seat by defeating Jon Sennett.
In Putnam County, Republican Mary Ellen ODell was elected County Executive over Democrat Alan Schneider.
And there's a new Mayor in the City of Troy: Democrat Lou Rosamilia victorious over his Republican opponent Carmella Mantello, who conceded around 10:30 last night.
Dave Lucas, WAMC News.