While the Obama/McCain race took the headlines nationally, the local races here in Connecticut were also important. Since 1989, NHTV has been providing live coverage of the all-important municipal and State races, and this year was no different. Though the race for the 34th District Senatorial seat (held by longtime incumbent Len Fasano, (R) was already decided as Fasano ran unopposed, the 87th District race between longtime imcumbent Steve Fontana, (D) and Republican challenger Veronica Kivela had all the makings of a traditonal, heated race. In the end, Fontana prevailed. Viewers were able to see the debate as well as "NHTV Elecion Live 2008," live election night coverage on NHTV. Below are candid photos of all the action at NHTV this campaign season. Thanks to Edward Lamb and Kenn Venit for the terriffic photos.
Spotlight: NHTV's Local 2008 Election Coverage
Getting ready for the live NHTV telecast.
On the set: (left to right) Anchors Pamela Falcigno and Kenn Venit; Analysts Jim Giulietti and Mike Freda
On the set: (left to right) Anchors Pamela Falcigno and Kenn Venit.
On the set (side angle).
During a PSA break, Pam and Kenn discuss the latest.
Talking Politics: Kenn Venit and Jim Giulietti.
Relaxing during a PSA break.
Getting ready in the NHTV control room for the live telecast.
The NHTV studio after the live telecast.
NHTV's Kenn Venit along with reporter Marcus Harun and family.
Another shot of the live telecast underway.
On the night of the 87th District debate,
North Haven First Selectman Janet McCarty talks with Democratic candidate Steve Fontana.
In the NHTV lobby, (left to right): Rob Sabol (SCSU Intern), Hugh Olguin (NHTV staff) and James Fahy (SCSU Intern).
In the NHTV studio, "NHTV Election Live 2008" Managing Editor Bill Dillane talks with Kenn Venit.
In the NHTV studio, Floor Director and SCSU
intern Samantha Bode in action during "NHTV Election Live 2008."
In the NHTV studio, Floor Director and SCSU
intern Samantha Bode in action during "NHTV Election Live 2008." Janet Betta, NHTV Treasurer, looks on.
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