Preliminary elections in 30 cities and towns this month and October, followed by Nov. 7 elections in nearly 60 municipalities, could reshape local politics in Massachusetts, particularly in crowded mayoral contests. Nearly three dozen mayors are up for reelection this fall, according to a list from the Massachusetts Municipal Association. But of those, at least five are not looking to serve another term in office.
Preliminary elections in 30 cities and towns this month and October, followed by Nov. 7 elections in nearly 60 municipalities, could reshape local politics in Massachusetts, particularly in crowded mayoral contests.
For the first time, the majority of School Committee candidates in this year s election will be running for specific district seats District A through F rather than all at-large.