Politics

Meet Keith Williams, Candidate for Stony Point Town Board

Published

5 years ago

May 18, 2021

STONY POINT, NY – Meet Keith Williams, candidate for Stony Point Town Board. Williams is currently running in a primary to secure the Republican nomination. Below is a short bio from Keith Williams.

“My name is Keith Williams; I am a Stony Point resident and I am running for a Council position on the Stony Point Town Board. I have lived in Stony Point for almost thirty years and like you, I am concerned about the future of Stony Point. My wife Madelyn and I are raising our two daughters here and I want to ensure that they can remain in Stony Point and be able to raise their families here.

I am running for office because I want to ensure that the Town Board remains accountable to YOU, the people of Stony Point. I will represent ALL Stony Pointers and work to ensure that Stony Point grows and prospers while working to ensure that we develop and grow Stony Point in a way that preserves our small town feel and does not allow for overdevelopment. I will ensure fiscal prudence where it pertains to the town’s finances, your tax dollars. I will work tirelessly with the other board members to ensure that we are utilizing all of the grants and financial assistance that are available to the town from the federal, state and local governmental agencies, in order to prevent unnecessary increases in your taxes.”

Williams is running on a ticket with fellow candidate Todd Rose. The primary will be on June 22nd.

Politics

Brett Yagel Announces Candidacy for New York State Assembly in 96th District

Published

3 months ago

January 19, 2026

Rockland Report Editor

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — Brett Yagel, the former Mayor of the Village of Pomona has officially announced his candidacy for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.

Below you can read Yagel’s full announcement:

“I am proud to announce that I am seeking the support of the Republican and Conservative Parties as a candidate for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.
I am not a career politician. I am a problem solver. As Mayor and as a professional working for one of the world’s largest defense contractors, I have spent my career focused on results, accountability, and getting complex jobs done the right way. Leadership and responsibility are not abstract concepts to me. They are values I have lived every day in public service and in the private sector.

Albany is broken. It is dominated by career politicians who create problems, expand government, and then ask for more power to fix the very messes they created. The people of the 96th District deserve better than politics as usual.

Our district needs a leader with real world experience, common sense, and the courage to challenge the status quo. I am ready to bring accountability, fiscal responsibility, and practical,
results driven solutions to Albany. Most importantly, I will be a strong and independent voice for the hardworking families of the 96th District.

If you are tired of excuses and ready for real results, I would be honored to earn your support.”

Yagel will running against incumbent Assemblyman Patrick Carroll.

Politics

Congressman Mike Lawler Announces Bid for Reelection to Congress, Will Not Run for Governor

Published

9 months ago

July 23, 2025

Rockland Report Editor

Rockland County, NY — Congressman Mike Lawler, a lifelong Rockland County resident and graduate of Suffern High School, officially announced today that he will seek reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives, putting to rest speculation that he might enter the race for Governor of New York.

Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, said his decision to remain focused on Congress reflects his commitment to continuing the work he’s started on behalf of Hudson Valley residents. Since taking office in January 2023, Lawler’s office has closed over 6,000 constituent service cases and successfully returned more than $27.2 million to residents throughout the district.

One of his signature achievements has been his leadership in reforming the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap. Under Lawler’s advocacy, the SALT cap was quadrupled to $40,000, providing significant tax relief to middle-class families across the region for the next ten years.

Lawler’s decision not to run for governor preserves his role as a key Republican voice in a competitive swing district, and positions him for what is expected to be a closely watched race in 2026.
About Congressman Mike Lawler:

New York’s 17th Congressional District, includes Rockland and portions of Westchester and Putnam County.