Al Myers Archives - The Delaware Gazette

3 remain in the hunt to become sheriff

The field of candidates to replace former Delaware County Sheriff Walter L. Davis III has been whittled down to three names.

Apr 25 2012 | Posted in Current News | Read More »

Is there a culture of corruption in Delaware County?

Is there a culture of corruption among elected officials in Republican-dominated Delaware County? That depends on who you ask.

Apr 10 2012 | Posted in Current News | Read More »

Sheriff Davis faces numerous complaints about treatment of deputies

Four civil rights complaints and at least two labor grievances have been filed against Delaware County Sheriff Walter L. Davis in recent weeks, and a union representative expects more issues to come.

Mar 30 2012 | Posted in Current News | Read More »

Merrell, O’Brien leaders in money race

With just under a week until Delaware County voters cast their ballots to decide two county commissioner races, two candidates have opened commanding leads in at least one important metric.

Feb 29 2012 | Posted in Elections | Read More »

Jordan’s legislation could hamper Myers’ ability to serve

Former Delaware County Sheriff Al Myers’ quest to become a Delaware County commissioner may have hit a speed bump yesterday with the introduction of legislation by State Sen. Kris Jordan (R-Powell) that would prevent former public officials convicted of certain ethics violations from holding public office until all conditions of their sentence have been fulfilled.

Feb 16 2012 | Posted in Current News | Read More »

Al Myers aims to ‘restore civility’ on county commissioner board

Former Delaware County Sheriff and small business owner Al Myers is running against incumbent county commissioner Ken O’Brien to “bring some civility and professionalism back into the office.”

Feb 16 2012 | Posted in Elections | Read More »

Former sheriff certified to run for office despite past guilty plea

Despite accepting a plea deal in 2007 that barred him from holding public office for seven years after admitting his guilt to charges of receiving improper compensation and conflict of interest, former Delaware County Sheriff Al Myers has been certified by the Delaware County Board of Elections to run for a county commission seat.

Dec 16 2011 | Posted in Current News | Read More »

County GOP endorses 3 candidates

The Delaware County Republican Party’s central committee has endorsed State Rep. Andrew Brenner, Delaware County Commissioner Ken O’Brien and former newspaper publisher and political newcomer Gary Merrell.

Dec 1 2011 | Posted in Current News | Read More »