Reynolds defeats Crampsie Smith to win Democratic nod for Bethlehem mayor
Incumbent J. William Reynolds has beaten back a challenge from Councilwoman Grace Crampsie Smith to capture the Democratic nomination for Bethlehem mayor.
Reynolds, who is seeking his second term, tallied approximately 4,400 votes to Crampsie Smith’s 2,228, according to unofficial results. He dominated in both Lehigh and Northampton counties.
In Northampton, with all county precincts reporting, Reynolds had 3,007 votes (64.96%) to Crampsie Smith’s 1,619 votes (34.98%). In Lehigh, Reynolds tallied 1,393 votes to Cramspie Smith’s 669, according to results showing 160 of 161 precincts being partially reported.
With no Republican on the ballot, Reynolds is likely headed to victory on Nov. 5. Reynolds could not be reached for comment.
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