Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Wakefield Town Clerk Mary K. Galvin said turnout for today's town elections is expected to be around 25 percent, typical for a town-only election.
About 25 percent of registered voters are expected to vote in today's election, according to Wakefield Town Clerk Mary Galvin. That number is "typical" of town-only elections, she said. "Turnout is difficult to predict," she said. "It's a nice day, so I hope we do better than that." Only two races are contested this year: The Board of Selectmen and the School Committee. Five candidates, Phyllis Hull, Greg Liakos, Phillip Renzullo, Paul DiNocco and Brian Falvey, are running for one of two seats on the Board of Selectmen. Three candidates, Kate Morgan, Janine Cook, and John Bengtson, are hoping to land one of the two seats on the School Committee. For more information in each of the candidates, see the Board of Selectman Election Cheat Sheet…
See a copy of the ballot, find your polling place, and more helpful voter information.
For all Wakefield residents planning to vote in the April 24, 2012 election, here is what you need to know. Precincts 1 and 7 — Wakefield/Lynnfield Masonic Lodge, 372 Salem St. Precincts 2 and 3 — Crystal Community Club, 71 Preston St. Precinct 4 — Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St. Precincts 5 and 6 — West Side Social Club, 4 Harrington Ct. Type in your address here to see your exact polling place. See the attached .pdf for a copy of the ballot. Board of Selectmen: Incumbent Paul DiNocco is challenged by Brian Falvey, Phyllis Hull, Phillip Renzulo, and Gregory Liakos. For more on each candidate's positions on various topics, refer to the Election 2012 Cheat Sheet - Board of Selectmen School Committee: Three candidates, Janine …
Friday, April 20, 2012
A roundup of useful information to help you make up your mind for the April 24th, 2012 Wakefield Town Elections.
The 2012 Wakefield Town Elections take place on April 24, 2012. Do you know who you're voting for yet? If you haven't decided yet, here's a useful roundup of information about each of the five candidates in the Board of Selectmen race, listed in alphabetical order by last name: Paul DiNocco, Brian Falvey, Phyllis Hull, Greg Liakos and Phillip Renzullo. Click each link below to find out more. But first, read a recap of the WCAT Candidate's Debate, or read the questions in our election candidates Q&A series: Paul DiNocco "I would appreciate one of your votes on April 24th to return me to the Board of Selectmen for another three years so I may continue working with my fellow residents and board members on the common goal of Wakefield moving …
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Wakefield resident Wendy Dennis writes a letter to the editor in support of candidate Greg Liakos for the Board of Selectmen.
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
Dear editor, I would like to encourage my fellow citizens of Wakefield to get out and vote on April 24 and, when doing so, help elect Greg Liakos to the Board of Selectmen. I believe that Greg brings a unique set of skills to this position, ones that will serve our community well as we face ongoing and new challenges as we move further into the 21st century. In particular, Greg's award-winning background in journalism and experience in the field of Communications shows that he knows how to seek out, synthesize, and present information in a detailed and fair manner, and his current position with the Mass Cultural Council has given him invaluable experience as to the workings of state agencies and deep insight into the power that the arts, …
Wakefield resident Lee Binning writes about why he's voting for Brian Falvey for Board of Selectmen.
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
Dear editor, I have been proud to call Wakefield home for the past 23 years and have known Brian Falvey on a professional basis for the past nine years. There is absolutely no one better qualified than Brian to join the Board of Selectmen in leading the Town forward. Period. He brings commitment to Wakefield (a leader on the ZBA for 10 years), community activism (new sign bylaw draft, advocate of legislative amendments from the floor at Town meeting, childrens’ coach for several sports teams), strong business acumen (technology and real estate sectors) and intelligence (Boston College undergrad and law school)- a rare blend of attributes. In summary, he has the very best interests of Wakefield at heart, and he has the energy, creativity …
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Wakefield resident Scott Robertson shares his opinion about Board of Selectmen candidate Paul DiNocco.
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Dear editor, I am writing in support of Paul Dinocco for Selectman. I have known Paul for many years and one thing I can assure you all of is his genuine interest in making Wakefield a better town to live in. He has worked tirelessly as a selectman and as chairman of the Events Planning Committee. Paul has also worked on many initiatives in town to help strengthen our business community. Paul has worked to create more economic growth for our local businesses and while doing so has been able to create a greater sense of community through the Shamrock Festival, Festival Italia, and the Holiday stroll. Paul has always backed up what he says he is going to do and is very approachable to listen to new ideas. Whether Paul was coaching a little …
In this special town election series, candidates for the Wakefield Board of Selectmen will answer a series of questions over the next two weeks, leading up to the April 24 election.
In the 2012 Wakefield town elections, five candidates vie for two open seats in the Board of Selectmen's race: Incumbent Paul DiNocco and challengers Phillip Renzullo, Phyllis Hull, Brian Falvey, and Greg Liakos. Over the next two weeks, Wakefield Patch will be running each candidate's answer to three questions, presented side-by-side. Answers have not been edited or modified by Wakefield Patch, except for format. Answers that exceeded the allowed 300 word word count were cut off at 300 per previous instructions to candidates. Question: What's your one-minute life story and why are you running for the Board of Selectmen? Paul DiNocco: I grew up in Revere, the youngest of four children and attribute most of who I am today to my grandmother…
Monday, April 16, 2012
A Melrose man who knows him weighs in on Board of Selectmen Candidate Greg Liakos.
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Monday, April 16, 2012
To the Editor: Growing up in Melrose and serving the public from local campaigns to being appointed by President Clinton as Special Assistant for White House Operations, I've had the good fortune to know many dedicated, talented and impressive public servants. During my own campaign for State Auditor in 2010 I had the pleasure of witnessing first-hand, the incredible impact Wakefield residents have had because of their engagement in public life and commitment to making their neighborhood and town a better place. So I hope they'll allow a neighbor to offer a piece of friendly advice on their local race for the Board of Selectmen. I believe they have a rare chance to elect an outstanding candidate in Greg Liakos-- a man who is among the …
Thursday, April 12, 2012
In this special town election series, candidates for the Wakefield Board of Selectmen will answer a series of questions over the next two weeks, leading up to the April 24 election.
In the 2012 Wakefield town elections, five candidates vie for two open seats in the Board of Selectmen's race: Incumbent Paul DiNocco and challengers Phillip Renzullo, Phyllis Hull, Brian Falvey, and Greg Liakos. Over the next two weeks, Wakefield Patch will be running each candidate's answer to three questions, presented side-by-side. Answers have not been edited or modified by Wakefield Patch, except for format. Answers that exceeded the allowed 300 word word count were cut off at 300 per previous instructions to candidates. Question: What's your stance on the Galvin Middle School Project? Would you vote "yes" or "no" for a debt exclusion to pay for a new middle school, and what do you believe is the best choice for Wakefield? Phillip …
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
In this special town election series, candidates for the Wakefield Board of Selectmen will answer a series of questions over the next two weeks, leading up to the April 24 election.
In the 2012 Wakefield town elections, five candidates vie for two open seats in the Board of Selectmen's race: Incumbent Paul DiNocco and challengers Phillip Renzullo, Phyllis Hull, Brian Falvey, and Greg Liakos. Over the next two weeks, Wakefield Patch will be running each candidate's answer to three questions, presented side-by-side. Answers have not been edited or modified by Wakefield Patch, except for format. Answers that exceeded the allowed 300 word word count were cut off at 300 per previous instructions to candidates. Question: What do you see as the biggest issues or problems facing Wakefield in the next three years, and what would you do to address them? Phyllis Hull: My opinion of the biggest issues facing Wakefield in the …
mike t
7:26 pm on Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Another fixed election to keep Phyliss Hull out of office. Whenever there is a true voice for the people they are kept from political office in Wakefield. This town is a scam. Phyliss was first to run and all of a sudden there are people coming out of the woodwork to keep her out of office... Wake up people of Wakefield. This town is bleeding you dry and lying to you all. The Galvin can be … more ›