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2016 Election Preview: 1st State Assembly District

Incumbent Fred Thiele faces off against challenger Heather Collins.

It’s that time of year again

In addition to electing the next President of the United States, local voters will get a chance to vote for the representative of New York's 1st State Assembly district this Election Day.
Here’s what you need to know before heading out to the polls this November.

Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 8
Polling Times: Polls will open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Candidates:

  • Incumbent Fred Thiele — (D)
  • Heather Collins — (R)

Websites:

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District: The 1st assembly district of New York is comprised of the entire East Hampton, Southampton, Shelter Island and a portion of Brookhaven Town. View the district map here.

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