Politics & Government
Candidates Line Up For District Judge Seat
At least two candidates plan to run for Northampton County District Judge Gay Elwell's post, while an Easton attorney could announce her candidacy today (Jan. 7).
The race to fill a vacant Northampton County district judge seat could be a crowded one.
Last week, Easton code enforcement officer Sharbel Koorie announced his candidacy for the position left open by the death of Judge Gay Elwell.
On Friday, Lance Wheeler, a constable and former lead court officer in Northampton County, said he'll make his announcement Jan. 15.
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And they could be facing a third opponent: Easton attorney Antonia Grifo has scheduled a news conference for today (Jan. 7) to "discuss the Magisterial District Judge position."
. The county's retired district judges have been filling in until a new judge is elected or appointed.
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