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21-05-2025
- Business
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Jaime Arroyo declares victory in Lancaster Mayoral race
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) – Lancaster City Councilman Jaime Arroyo declared victory on Tuesday night in the Lancaster Democratic mayoral primary. Arroyo's victory speech was reported by abc27's media partner LNP. Lancaster City Mayor Darene Sorace (D) announced in July that she would not run for re-election after serving two terms. Arroyo was endorsed by Sorace and the Lancaster City Democrats in the mayoral race. A Republican was not on the ballot in the mayoral race. Arroyo currently serves as Vice President of Lancaster City Council and has served on City Council since first being elected in 2019. He announced his mayoral campaign in November, saying he believes 'in building a stronger, more prosperous Lancaster City.' Arroyo ran on issues including 'driving equitable growth,' ensuring safe streets and quality housing, and 'leading with integrity.' Arroyo came to Lancaster as a toddler after being born in Puerto Rico and went on to graduate from J.P. McCaskey High School. He became the first in his family to graduate from college and earned his M.B.A. at Drexel University. Previously, he's worked at Community Action Partnership and has served on several local organization boards. Arroyo also serves as CEO of ASSETS, a local non-profit helping women and BIPOC entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses by providing equitable access to training, capital and impact consulting.' Arroyo lives in northeast Lancaster City with his wife, Linette, and son, Miles. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Politics
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Lancaster Mayor Race Results: Live updates
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) – Two Democrats are vying in Tuesday's primary election to be the party's nominee in the fall Lancaster City mayoral election. Lancaster Mayor Dorene Sorace previously announced she would not seek a third term this year, allowing for City Councilmembers Jaime Arroyo and Janet Diaz to run in the primary. There is no Republican running in the primary, likely setting up the winner of Tuesday's Democratic primary as the next mayor of Lancaster's 58,000 residents. November 4, 2025, is the general election, with the last day to register to vote being Oct. 20. Last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot is Oct. 28. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-05-2025
- Politics
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Democrats face off in Lancaster City mayoral election
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Lancaster City Mayor Danene Sorace is not seeking a third term, opening the door for Democrats Jaime Arroyo and Janet Diaz during Tuesday's primary election. Both candidates currently serve on the Lancaster City Council and graduated from JP McCaskey High School. Primary elections typically see fewer voters compared to a general election, which could potentially make a big difference in Lancaster. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Around 25,000 mail-in ballots were sent out by the county, and more than 16,000 of them have been returned as of Tuesday morning. Lancaster County Board of Elections Chairman, Ray D'Agostino, said, 'We always say that every vote counts. And that's true in any election, but probably more so in a lower turnout election, because there's fewer votes that go around. And so, you know, one or two votes can really make a difference in those local races.' Polling locations typically see higher turnouts during lunch times and after the work day ends. The polls are open until 8 p.m. This is a developing story. Stay with abc27 News as more information becomes available Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
