John Lemondes

An Onondaga County Legislature race has been decided, and the challenger expands his lead in a close State Assembly race.

Phillips expands lead over Lemondes in Assembly race; final Onondaga County Legislature race decided

Eric Reinhardt

Democratic challenger Ian Phillips expands his lead in the 126th Assembly District race as Jessica Dapson secures a 14-3 Onondaga County Legislature majority.

Assemblyman John Lemondes (R-LaFayette) is seeking his fourth term in the 126th District and is facing a challenge from Ian Phillips (D-Auburn)

Lemondes seeks fourth State Assembly term; Phillips challenging again

Eric Reinhardt

Incumbent Republican John Lemondes faces Democratic challenger Ian Phillips in a rematch for New York's 126th Assembly District seat this election season.

Rep. Brandon Williams talks to state lawmakers about the challenges farmers are facing

Farmers keeping a close eye on federal farm bill that expires this fall

Jessica Cain

Local farmers are keeping a close eye on a nearly trillion-dollar federal bill that will affect the industry for the next five years.

Assemblyman John Lemondes talks about the challenges farmers are facing

Agriculture

CNY State Assemblyman pushes for agriculture education in schools

Jessica Cain

The proposed bill would ensure students learn about farming three times during their educational career.

Assemblyman John Lemondes advocates for agriculture education in schools

State lawmakers push bill for more agriculture education

Jessica Cain

The bill would require all publicly-funded schools to incorporate agriculture education into the curriculum.

Politics and Government

In open CNY Assembly race, Lemondes, Carabajal share their views on budget deficit, bail reform

Tom Magnarelli

Two candidates are running for an open central New York Assembly seat, after Republican Assemblyman Gary Finch announced he was retiring after two decades…