Stoffa's Reelection Sure Thing

The Morning Call and Express Times are both reporting that Republican J.C. Kelleher, citing "pressing family matters," is out of the Norco Exec race. It is unlikely the local GOP will search for a substitute.

With his reelection all but assured, John Stoffa and his supporters are now free to concentrate on council races. There are some good government advocates from both parties who deserve consideration.

Stoffa Crushes McHale in Battle of Nomination Signatures

Any among you who have ever had sciatica knows this is an extremely painful condition that makes the mere act of walking a chore. Around two weeks ago, Northampton County Executive John Stoffa underwent surgery for this condition. Although it was a complete success, John was obviously unable to circulate his own petitions. Good people, however, will always step forward to help a good candidate. Stoffa's nomination petition shows 781 signatures to Ann McHale's 478. And he did it without using a judicial candidate or Joe Long Democrats to circulate his petition.

Republican candidate J.C. Kelleher turned in 294 signatures.