PROVIDENCE -- Former Democratic gubernatorial candidate Myrth York is scheduled to appear with U.S. Sen. Lincoln Chafee at a press conference later this afternoon.

In the 2002 primary election, York narrowly beat Chafee opponent Sheldon Whitehouse for the Democratic nomination for governor. York went on to lose to Governor Carcieri.

While the Chafee campaign isn't saying what will take place at today's press conference, the last time Chafee appeared with a prominent political figure with ties to the Democratic party, it was to announce an endorsement by former U.S. Attorney Meg Curran.

Check back with Political Scene to learn what happens at the 3 p.m. press conference, which will be held at the Federal Reserve restaurant on Dorrance Street.

-- Projo.com staff writer Steve Peoples