Thursday, November 8, 2012
The Rhode Island Board of Elections completed the counting of 926 absentee ballots and Ann Strong was officially elected to the Barrington Town Council today.
It’s official! Ann Strong is a member of the Barrington Town Council. Absentee ballots counted over the past two days by the RI Board of Elections did not change the outcome of Tuesday’s tally. The Democrat led by 159 votes over Republican Margaret Kane on Tuesday night. She won by 141 votes after the 926 absentee ballots in Barrington were counted and posted today at 4 pm. “I’m glad the wait is over,” Strong said. “Obviously, I’m very happy the way it turned out.” Strong has been a member of the Conservation Commission and, most recently, a member of the Planning Board. “I will miss the Planning Board,” she said. “But I can’t wait to start work on the Town Council. I’m really looking forward to it. I hope I can do some good.”
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
The RI Board of Elections will not complete and post the final vote totals from Tuesday's election, including absentee ballots, until Thursday at 4 pm; one Barrington race still in doubt.
Final official vote totals will not be available and posted by the RI Board of Elections until Thursday at 4 pm, leaving in some doubt the official results of Tuesday’s elections for at least another day. Barrington has one race where the margin between two candidates – Ann Strong and Margaret Kane – is less than the number of absentee ballots, 926. Strong leads by 159 votes and is presumed to be the winner of the final Town Council seat based on Tuesday’s vote totals without the absentee ballots. The Board of Elections was to have tabulated all absentee ballots from all cities and towns in Rhode Island on Wednesday and post the final results by 4 pm. It didn’t happen. Barrington Town Clerk Linda James said her office was told late …
Only one Republican got an election win Tuesday night: School Committee Chairman Patrick Guida, who now finds himself in the minority again on that board.
“We got skunked.” Steve Primiano, chairman of the Barrington Republican Town Committee, summed up his party’s showing in Tuesday’s election with those three words. “Obviously, I’m disappointed,” Primiano said while standing in a rather somber American Legion Hall filled with Republicans expecting a much better showing. “I really thought we would make inroads on the Town Council because of issues like revaluation and affordable housing,” he said. “I guess I’m most disappointed by the Town Council races.” Margaret Kane still had an outside shot at a seat on the council because she trailed Ann Strong, a Democrat, by 159 votes with 926 absentee ballots apparently not to be counted until today by the Board of Elections. But mail ballots tend to…
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Democratic candidates grab the majority on both the Town Council and the School Committee; both incumbent Democrats grab the House District 66 and 67 seats.
Democrats rule in Barrington. Democrats took the three seats up for grabs on the Town Council in Tuesday's election, with 926 emergency and mail ballots still to be counted: Incumbents June Speakman and Kate Weymouth and Planning Board member Ann Strong. Two Democrats took two of the three seats up for grabs on the School Committee: Incumbent Robert Shea Jr. and newcomer Paula Dominguez. Republican Patrick Guida took the other seat. And Barrington's incumbent Democratic legislators in Districts 66 and 67 won re-election: Joy Hearn and Jan Malik. "I am relieved and humbled," said Speakman about her re-election to the Town Council. "I think this validated our program. I am fired up and ready to move forward." She was especially excited about…
Monday, November 5, 2012
The Nov. 6 election ballot includes a host of Barrington candidates for town council and school committee, candidates for Congress, and seven ballot questions along with the Presidential candidates.
Barrington voters have plenty of local candidates to choose from in the Presidential election on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Expect to spend some time filling out your ballot. And you'll probably wait in line quite a bit longer. Voters also must select between incumbent District 1 Congressman David Cicilline, a Democrat, and his Republican challenger, Brendan Doherty. An independent, David Vogel, also is on the ballot. Voters must also pick a U.S. Senator from Rhode Island: either the incumbent, Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse or his Republican challenger, Barry Hinckley. There are also seven state ballot questions, including two that would approve casino gambling at Twin River and Newport Grand and one that approve $25 million in bonds for affordable …
There are 5 polls for Tuesday's general election in Barrington.
Do you know where to vote tomorrow, Nov. 6 -- Election Day? Here are the polls in Barrington for the Presidential election, according to the Board of Canvassers. There is a separate poll for voters who registered to vote after Oct. 7. District Voting Locations If you registered to vote after the Oct. 7 deadline or you will register to vote up to and including Election Day you will vote at the Barrington Senior Center on the lower level of the Library, 281 County Road. These voters are eligible to vote for President and Vice President only. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. Note that the polls close one hour earlier than in the past. Also, you must bring a voter ID to vote. You can’t vote without an identification card, another…
Six candidates are running for three seats on the Barrington Town Council. Why should you vote for them? Here are their answers.
Six candidates – three Democrats and three Republicans -- are running for election or re-election to the Barrington Town Council. Patch asked them why voters should vote for them over their opponents? Here are their answers. Kate Weymouth, Democrat, Incumbent My training as an architect has served me well during these past 8 years. Both jobs require similar skill sets, and those are: problem-solving; being able to see the big picture; and adhering to a process necessary for achieving the most logical, economical long-term solution. If reelected I will continue to strengthen communication across volunteer Town boards and commissions, continue to maintain and look for ways to improve Town facilities (specifically seeing that the Bay Spring …
Five candidates are vying for three seats on the Barrington School Committee. Why should you vote for them?
Five candidates are running for election or re-election to the Barrington School Committee. Patch asked them why Barrington voters should vote for them over their opponents? Here are their answers. Christopher Ramsden Barrington residents should think of the School Committee as a team and elect those persons who can contribute and work as a team. My background with thirty years in business brings a unique skill set to the School Committee. I am practical, direct and have high expectations for our district. With critical decisions to be made with regard to our strategic plan, district technology, facility planning, and contract negotiations, my voice and perspective is needed at the table. Patrick Guida In addition to my passion for …
Friday, November 2, 2012
Give your favorite Barrington candidates for local office a boost. Tell voters why they should vote for your top choices.
Who are your favorite candidate for local Barrington offices? And why? Give your favorite town council or school committee or legislative candidate a boost before Election Day next Tuesday, Nov. 6. Tell Barrington voters why you plan to vote for a particular candidate. Great ideas? Talent? Character? Integrity? Knowledge? Experience? Other? Use the comment box below. Keep it civil. No personal attacks, please. Here is the list of candidates in the order they are listed on the ballot if you need some help. Unopposed Barrington candidate, Sen. David Bates (District 32), is not listed: Barrington Town Council Barrington School Committee Legislative District 66 (Barrington-East Providence) Legislative District 67 (Barrington- Warren)
Six candidates -- three Democrats and three Republicans -- have set their sights on the Barrington Town Council. Why?
Six candidates – three Democrats and three Republicans -- are running for election or re-election to the Barrington Town Council. Patch asked them why? Here are their answers. Kate Weymouth Having lived in town for over 50 years, serving on the Town Council for the past 8, I believe I have demonstrated a dedication and commitment, unmatched by my opponents, to the residents of Barrington. I am running for reelection because I would not want to see an erosion of the progress we have made over the course of my Town Council experience. Shirley Applegate-Lockridge This is a crucial election year. We face challenges at all levels of government. These problems will not be easy to solve. Barrington is a well-run town and a great place to live, …
Barbara Donovan
4:34 pm on Friday, November 9, 2012
Congratulations Ann - I hope you will be a straight forward and thoughtful member of the Town Council. Remember - the seniors need you !! Barbara Donovan more ›