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Governor’s Council Candidates Zeigler and Manning-Martin Report Receiving Endorsements

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The Democratic and Republican candidates for 5th District Governor’s Council have received endorsements ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 5, state and presidential election. Republican Anne Manning-Martin was recently endorsed by the Massachusetts Coalition of Police, known as MassCop for short. The state’s largest law enforcement union says “it is important to have Anne’s commitment to public safety for the citizens of the Commonwealth.”

Democrat Eunice D. Zeigler recently received the endorsements of state Rep. Manny Cruz of Salem, who also serves as vice chair of the Salem School Committee. Manning-Martin, a Peabody city councilor since 2008 and who works as a deputy superintendent for the Department of Correction at the Shattuck Hospital Correctional Unit, has worked 32 years in public safety and says she will continue to put the safety of residents first.

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Statewide Early Voting for Presidential/State Election Begins Oct. 19; Haverhill Posts Hours

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It’s almost time for statewide early voting in advance of the for presidential and state election

Haverhill City Clerk Kaitlin M. Wright said Wednesday her office is organizing early voting beginning Saturday, Oct. 19, and running through Friday Nov. 1. All early voting takes place in the basement of Haverhill City Hall, in the space formerly occupied by the state Registry of Motor Vehicles, 4 Summer St. The basement is best accessed from the Newcomb Street entrance of the building and a handicapped-accessible entrance is near the Main Street side lower parking lot.

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Barrett Committee Plans ‘Fall Celebration’ Wednesday

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Haverhill Mayor Melinda E. Barrett plans a “Fall Celebration” Wednesday night in support of her re-election campaign. The fundraiser takes place Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 6-8 p.m., at Casa Blanca Mexican Cantina, 2 Essex St., Haverhill. Contributions are suggested in the range of $100 to $1,000 and may be made payable to Melinda Barrett Election Committee, 22 Littlefield Court, Haverhill. Donations may also be made online.

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Haverhill Republican City Committee to Have ‘Trump/Kennedy Unity Meet Up’ Saturday

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The Haverhill Republican City Committee plans a “Trump/Kennedy Unity Meet Up” this Saturday. In a statement, the Committee said it is “working hard to unite people towards a common goal” in advance of early voting and the Tuesday, Nov. 5 general election. There will be a discussion of Campaign Sidekick, Trump Force 47 and early voting during the event this Saturday, Oct. 5, from 3-5 p.m., at Roma Restaurant, 29 Middlesex St., Haverhill.

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Haverhill Democratic City Committee Opens Virtual Campaign HQ at Website

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The Haverhill Democratic City Committee reports it has opened a virtual Campaign Headquarters on its website. The site has information on the Committee’s activities and getting involved in November’s presidential election. Anyone looking for a Harris/Walz lawn sign may request one at HaverhillDems.org. The Committee is also starting visibility/standouts for all candidates leading up to election day. Those who wish to be notified of events leading up to election day and other activities may click “Contact” at the site.

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Sununu Signs Bill Eliminating Voter ID Exceptions Effective After General Election

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by PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org, InDepthNH.org
September 12, 2024
BY PAULA TRACY, InDepthNH.org

CONCORD – Despite concern from a number of groups that it could disenfranchise voters, Gov. Chris Sununu signed House Bill 1569 which would eliminate any exceptions to the state’s Voting ID laws and require a birth certificate or passport. Because the bill will not go into effect for 60 days from its signing Thursday, it will not impact the 2024 election cycle, which includes the Nov. 5 election and its earliest implementation date would be Nov. 12. Sununu had previously said he had concerns about implementation of the bill too close to such an important election, when voters will go to the polls to select a new President, governor, two congressmen, the entire state Senate, House of Representatives and the Executive Council.

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It’s Primary Day in New Hampshire. Here Are Some of The Races to Watch.

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Note: WHAV will publish Plaistow and Atkinson election results from the Associated Press after polls close. by Annmarie Timmins, New Hampshire Bulletin
September 10, 2024

Voters will cast ballots in Tuesday’s primary elections for dozens of elected offices, from two federal seats to the register of probate. There are a few contested races to watch, particularly two where the incumbents are not seeking reelection. The corner office
The governor’s race is wide open for the first time in eight years with Gov. Chris Sununu’s decision to forgo a fifth term. Voters will decide between multiple candidates on the Democratic and Republican ballots but the race has come down to four front-runners.