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SBS Australia
11-07-2025
- General
- SBS Australia
From Bern to Nepal in a Land Rover
Click here for the interview with snake expert Heino Noelke . The interview with Reimer Moeller, treasurer of the German Brisbane Club , can be found here.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kelley defeats Cyr in treasurer's race: Allegany County primary election results
Allegany County will have a new treasurer in 2026 for the first time in nearly a quarter century. Current deputy county treasurer Jenna Kelley took a major step towards securing the top role, winning the June 24 Republican primary for a spot on the ballot in November. Kelley defeated former Allegany County legislator and businessowner Adam Cyr, an outspoken critic of county government who campaigned on a theme of bringing change to the county seat in Belmont. Kelley earned 1,651 votes, according to unofficial results from the Allegany County Board of Elections, good for 73.15% of the vote. Cyr received 603 votes, 26.72%. Kelley will now run in November to succeed longtime county treasurer Terri Ross, who is retiring at the end of 2025 after serving six terms covering 24 years. Ross endorsed Kelley for the job. "The choice for County Treasurer is not just about electing a candidate; it's about selecting the most qualified and experienced individual who will manage our county's finances responsibly," Kelley said ahead of primary day. "I am a proven leader with 13 years of experience in governmental financial management and public service. I have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to our county, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are utilized effectively and efficiently; you can trust that our county's financial health is in capable hands." Cyr was elected to the Allegany County Board of Legislators in 2021, serving District III. In early 2025, Allegany County declared his seat vacant after Cyr self-reported moving his legal residence and voter registration from the Town of Wirt to the Town of Andover, which is in in District IV. Cyr contested the county's decision, but a state Supreme Court justice decided the county acted legally in the matter, and the board appointed Charles Bessette to fill the seat in late March. The treasurer's race contributed to the highest total voter turnout for any primary election in Allegany County since 2022, when more than two dozen municipalities had primaries. The highest voter turnout rates were recorded in Angelica (19.5% and 16.1% in the two voting districts) and Amity (18.5%, 12.9%), along with West Almond (14.4%), according to Board of Elections data. "To all of my supporters who have rallied behind me, your enthusiasm and dedication have been inspiring," said Kelley. "Together, we've engaged in meaningful conversations, shared our vision and mobilized voters across our county. Thank you for believing in this campaign and for the countless hours you've devoted to spreading the word." More: Cool off at these public swimming pools, beaches around the area Elsewhere in Allegany County, Bessette was among three Republican primary winners in District III, which covers the towns of Alma, Bolivar, Genesee, Independence, Scio, Willing and Wirt. Bessette received 400 votes. Former Allegany County Sheriff Rick Whitney won a seat on the county legislature with 448 votes. Town of Independence councilmember Bill Meunier also won his first term in Belmont with 353 votes. Former District III legislator Bill Dibble received 203 votes, and political newcomer Ethen T. Marble had 184 votes. In the Republican primary for Town Council, Joshua Brown (160 votes) and James Schneider (126) had the top vote totals with two positions available. Harold W. Mitchell had 107 votes, according to the county's unofficial election results. There was one Democratic Party primary in Allegany County this year. Town of Cuba Democrats were asked to write in one candidate's name for Cuba Town Board. Jonathan Enzinna had 22 votes. In the Republican primary for two Town Council positions, Danielle R. Freeman had 58 votes, Kimberly R. Howe had 45 and Jane Hall had 32. In the Republican primary for two Town Council positions, Chris Perkins had 88 votes, Roy G. Gay had 65 and Monroe Rosemier had 50. This article originally appeared on The Evening Tribune: Kelley wins treasurer's race: Allegany County primary election results
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sanu Dieng-Cooper leads Newport News treasurer's race by less than 100 votes
Sanu Dieng-Cooper claimed victory over Derek Reason Tuesday night for the Democratic nomination for Newport News treasurer, though she leads her opponent by less than 100 votes. Dieng-Cooper's camp declared victory late Tuesday, having garnered 50.4% of the ballots cast, according to the state Department of Elections. Reason received 49.7% of the vote. He declined to comment on whether he would concede the race or request a recount. Tuesday's results are unofficial and don't include provisional ballots, which will be tallied as part of the canvassing process throughout the week before results are finalized Monday. It is unclear how many provisional ballots remain outstanding. Dieng-Cooper and Reason were separated by 85 votes, according to Wednesday vote tallies. If the race is within a percentage point, candidates can request a recount that they pay for; if the totals are within 0.5%, the city will pay for a recount. Dieng-Cooper said she was proud of Newport News residents for choosing experience and transparency. 'This is a victory for the residents of Newport News for wanting more, for wanting substance, and holding me accountable to what I could deliver,' Dieng-Cooper said. 'I'm looking forward to serving them and elevating the office.' Dieng-Cooper's win would pave the way for longtime treasurer Marty Eubank to drop out of the race. Eubank opted not to seek reelection in March and endorsed Dieng-Cooper. But Eubank opted to reenter the race in May, filing as an independent, as a way to challenge Reason in case he won the Democratic nomination. 'I fully and 100% endorse and back Sanu Cooper,' Eubank said in a statement Tuesday before polls closed. 'I will immediately drop out of the General Election if Mrs. Cooper wins the primary tonight. If Derek Reason wins, I stay in the race.' Dieng-Cooper, 39, holds a degree from Hampton University and has more than a decade of experience in financial management, including holding two executive positions with nonprofits. She also said she wants to use constituent feedback to help gauge Newport News' financial health. She also said she would engage the community and increase transparency with budgeting workshops and a new app designed to alert taxpayers to their payments and connect them to the treasurer's office and other resources. Independent Justin Kennedy is also running in the November General Election. Kennedy ran unsuccessfully last year for Newport News City Council. Devlin Epding, 757-510-4037,
