In New Bedford’s election, civics teacher James Roy captured the open At-Large council seat, posting 3,872 votes; Ward 2 upsets, turnout stayed low at 11.32 percent.
New Bedford moves Ward 3 polling from Hayden-McFadden to Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church due to I-195 construction, affecting elections in October and November.
Massachusetts lawmakers are reviewing voter ID laws, audit requirements, and ballot security bills to address voter fraud and election integrity concerns.
While the presidential election was decided sooner than many experts predicted, a number of local races on the SouthCoast still have yet to be determined.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is set to join Vice President and expected Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris on the campaign trail later today.
The New Bedford City Solicitor’s Office has completed its investigation into complaints surrounding this year’s presidential primary election in the city.