Withdraws candidacy

YOUNGSTOWN

Denise Davis Pusey of Carlotta Drive has withdrawn as a Democratic candidate for the city council 3rd Ward seat.

That leaves three Democrats vying for the seat in the May 7 primary: Denice Necie Neal Davis of Madera Avenue, Darian Rushton of Fairgreen Avenue and Samantha Turner of Fairgreen Avenue.

Incumbent Councilman Nate Pinkard, a Democrat, isn’t seeking re-election. No Republican filed for the seat, which takes in most of the city’s North Side.

Also, J. Michael Thompson, an incumbent Poland Village councilman, withdrew as a Democratic write-in candidate for his seat. He’s expected to file as an independent.

Mahoning County Board of Elections met Tuesday and certified the validity of the other candidates – as well as issues – on the primary ballot.