Election Day 2025 Live: Westchester, Rockland, Putnam Updates

Election Day in the Hudson Valley

Election Day has arrived in the Hudson Valley, with several key county, town, and village roles up for grabs. In Westchester County, Democratic Executive Ken Jenkins is set to face off against Republican Christine Sculti in a rematch. Meanwhile, in Rockland County, long-time Republican Executive Ed Day is being challenged by independent candidate Michael Parietti, who is running under the "Good Gov" line. Other significant races include contests for mayor of White Plains, Spring Valley, and Yonkers City Council President.

As the day unfolds, live updates will be shared throughout the day and into the evening. It’s a crucial time for voters to make their voices heard.

Record Early Voting Turnout in New York City

New York City saw an unprecedented turnout during early voting for the mayoral race. According to USA TODAY, final Board of Elections tallies showed over 735,000 check-ins from October 25 to November 2. This is four times higher than the 169,000 votes cast during the 2021 mayoral election. The last day of early voting on Sunday, November 2, marked the highest turnout in New York City history.

Closing Pitches in the NYC Mayoral Race

In the three-way race for New York City mayor, Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, remains the frontrunner. He faces challenges from former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent, and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Recent polls suggest that Mamdani's lead might be narrowing.

President Donald Trump recently endorsed Cuomo on social media, stating he would prefer a "Democrat, who has had a Record of Success" to win rather than Mamdani. Cuomo initially responded with some frustration, but later acknowledged Trump’s pragmatic approach, noting that he was urging Republican voters to support him to prevent Mamdani from winning.

Challenges for Rockland Voters

Nyack voters faced some obstacles on Tuesday as the main road to a polling place at Grace Episcopal Church was blocked for several hours. The Nyack Department of Public Works was repaving sidewalks along First Avenue as part of the village’s sidewalk improvement project. After concerns about parking near the church were raised, the work was halted for the day. Mayor Joe Rand announced that First Avenue would be reopened to improve access to the polling location.

Westchester County Executive Votes

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins cast his vote in Yonkers on Tuesday morning. Speaking to The Journal News/lohud visual journalist Seth Harrison, Jenkins emphasized the importance of civic engagement in today’s political climate. He highlighted the need for civility and the importance of listening to each other to move forward with common concerns.

Voter Perspectives in 2025 Elections

At the polls, voters expressed their reasons for participating in the 2025 elections. Tom Bock of Greenburgh said it is his duty to vote in every election and hopes to foster better harmony between the two major parties. Opal Crosse of Greenburgh stressed the importance of voting in a politically tense environment, where she feels many rights are being taken away, such as DEI programs. She also mentioned struggles with food insecurity and job losses due to the federal government shutdown.

Voter Registration and Absentee Ballots

It is important to note that New York does not allow same-day voter registration. The deadline to register by mail or in person was October 25, 2025, the first day of early voting. However, voters can still register for future elections at elections.ny.gov/register-vote.

Regarding absentee ballots, they will be counted if submitted by mail with a postmark no later than November 4 and received by the Board of Elections by November 12. Voters can also submit their ballots in person at their county Board of Elections site or a polling place in their county by 9 p.m. on Election Day.

Following the NYC Mayoral Race

Unofficial results for the NYC mayoral race will be posted on each county’s website after polls close on Tuesday night. Once certified, the results will be available on the New York Board of Elections and the New York City Board of Elections websites.

Election Day Logistics

Polls in the Hudson Valley will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Election Day. Voters can also submit absentee ballots on Election Day. Unofficial results for local races will begin to be released around 10:30 p.m., sometimes later. Live results and race takeaways will be available at lohud.com.

Election Day Weather

Election Day in the Lower Hudson Valley will be sunny and windy, with temperatures in the upper 50s and wind gusts of up to 35 mph. Voters should prepare for these conditions when heading to the polls.