11:00PM EST: YWN congratulates our dear friends Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff and Undersheriff Eric Chaboty upon their victory tonight.

With over 32 years of Law Enforcement experience, Sheriff Micheal Schiff has proven that he is a true law enforcement leader. Four years ago, Mike Schiff promised that he would make Sullivan County proud of their Sheriffs Office. Under his leadership, together with the hard work and dedication of his deputies and employees, Mike Schiff has made the Sullivan County Sheriffs Office one of the most respected law enforcement agencies in the County.

Mike is a true community leader, and works closely with Catskills Hatzolah, Misaskim & many other community organizations.

Mike Schiff retired from the State Police in April of 2005 and was elected Sheriff in November. On January 1, 2006 Michael Schiff was sworn in as the 46th Sheriff of Sullivan County.

SULLIVAN COUNTY DA: For the last 14 years Jim Farrell  has dedicated himself to the residents of Sullivan County working as an Assistant District Attorney. In January of 2008, he was promoted to Chief Assistant District Attorney. In his long career in law enforcement, Farrell has successfully prosecuted thousands of criminal cases making sure that victims of crime receive justice and are properly and professionally represented in court.

The community looks forward to working hand-in-hand with DA Farrell.

(YWN-4705 / YWN-4796 / YWN ELECTION ’09 HEADQUARTERS)