New Yorkers cast ballots for Hochul or Blakeman in governor's race
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY
Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.
More from Maria →Bureau Chief · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 10:10 PM · 1 min read
The race presented voters with what the campaign described as two candidates with very different visions for New York.