North Fork Election Guide 2012

As we look ahead to November’s elections, North Fork Patch is here to bring you the information you need about every race. Here's our rundown on the candidates and issues we'll be covering as Election Day draws near. Bookmark this page for updates.

For the 2012 Elections, voters in the North Fork Area will be deciding races on the state and federal level. Perhaps the hottest matchup, aside from the presidential race, is First Congressional District rematch between Rep. Tim Bishop, D-Southampton, and Republican and St. James businessman Randy Altschuler. On the state level. The state Senate race between incumbent Sen. Kenneth LaValle and Bridget Fleming is also an active one. New this year to the region is the state's Second Assembly District, which now includes Shelter Island. Though the incumbent is running unopposed.

Click through the links below to see specifics and coverage on the races and candidates.

VOTING INFO:

• Polling locations: To find polling locations and precincts, click here.
• Absentee Ballots: There is no early voting in New York, but if you need an absentee ballot, click here.

LOCAL RACES

• Southold Town Trustee: Mike Domino, Jeri Woodhouse

STATE RACES:

NATIONAL RACES:

• US Senate
• US President