MAYVILLE - The region’s two candidates for congress will be squaring off in a debate Tuesday night, Nov. 1 in Mayville. The Chautauqua League of Women Voters and The American Association of University Women of Jamestown are co-hosting a debate … [Read more...]
John Plumb Receives Endorsement from Region’s Largest News Publication, Reed Gets NRA Support
BUFFALO - Candidate for Congress John Plumb (D-Lakewood) has picked up an endorsement from the largest news publication in the region. The Buffalo News gave its endorsement to Plumb in Thursday’s edition. As part of the endorsement, the News … [Read more...]
AARP Members Urge Plumb to ‘Take a Stand’ to Protect Social Security Benefits
CORNING - Candidate for Congress, U.S. Navy Captain John Plumb (D-Lakewood), has accepted nearly 1,000 petitions from AARP on behalf of their members. The petitions were signed by residents of New York’s 23rd district, urging candidates to “Take a … [Read more...]
Reed Endorsed by Carpenters Group, Plumb Endorsed by Senior Advocacy Group
As the two congressional candidates continue to campaign during this election season, they’re also continuing to announce endorsements from groups and individuals. On Wednesday, Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) was endorsed by the Northeast … [Read more...]
Special Interest Money Gives Reed Significant Lead Over Plumb in Campaign Fundraising
The final fundraising numbers are out for the 2016 election cycle and Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) has a significant advantage over his challenger, U.S. Navy Capt. John Plumb (D-Lakewood). According to the Federal Election Commission, Reed has … [Read more...]
Plumb Rolls Out Plan to Better Serve Veterans Living in Rural Areas
HORNELL - Democratic Congressional Candidate John Plumb of Lakewood has announced his policy priorities for "Keeping Our Promise to Rural Veterans and Their Families." During a campaign stop at the Hornell VFW on Wednesday, Plumb rolled out his … [Read more...]
Plumb Receives Endorsement of Former Congressman, Receives Promotion
JAMESTOWN - Candidate for Congress John Plumb (D-Lakewood) has picked up an endorsement from a former member of Congress who served the Chautauqua Region area. Former Congressman, Lt. Governor, and Mayor of Jamestown Stan Lundine announced Tuesday … [Read more...]
Reed Criticizes Trump for Lewd Comments, Plumb Criticizes Reed for not Pulling Trump Endorsement
WASHINGTON - Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) issued the following statement Saturday morning, Oct. 8 via his reelection campaign, regarding crude comments made in a leaked hot mic of Donald Trump from 2005. "Women are never to be talked about in … [Read more...]
Plumb Holds Discussion at Mental Health Association Focusing on Drug Addiction
JAMESTOWN - Democratic candidate for Congress John Plumb was at the Mental Health Association (MHA) in Jamestown Tuesday afternoon to meet with workers and residents who are on the front line of the drug epidemic. The Randolph native and Naval … [Read more...]
NRA Gives Reed “A” Rating, Plumb Receives “?” Rating
WASHINGTON - The National Rifle Association has given Chautauqua County’s representative in Congress a positive score for his support of the Second Amendment. The NRA released its scores for all candidates running for election in 2016, including … [Read more...]
