2018 Local Election News
GOP candidates can't explain how a Gov. Stefanowski would end the income tax
GOP gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski has yet to explain how he would execute his promise to eliminate the income tax in eight years, and Republicans further down the ballot can't say how it...
Murphy says state residents are focused on economic issues
The senator told a chamber audience Connecticut needs to invest in small “livable” cities like Norwich, New London and Willimantic.
Here comes the Connecticut blue wave
Not only do Republican candidates have an unpopular president to defend, but the gubernatorial candidate at the head of their ticket is Trump without the charm of celebrity.
Preston voters reject moving polling place, ask for study first
Preston voters defeated a plan to move voting to the town elementary school and unanimously approved setting up a committee to study the issue first.
Griebel, outside of debate, shares his vision
Being disqualified from Wednesday night's gubernatorial debate did not stop independent candidate Oz Griebel from showing up to share his vision for leading Connecticut, and arguing that his...
Stefanowski takes fight to Lamont in Garde debate
"Dan Malloy has ruined this state and if he (Lamont) gets in, it's going to be more of the same," GOP candidate says.
19 candidates for state office make case to realtors, home builders
Nineteen candidates for the Connecticut General Assembly on Wednesday morning addressed a meeting of the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors and the Home Builder and Remodelers Association of...
Montville election officials must retrain on voter assistance
Town election officials must be retrained regarding assistance to voters who are blind, disabled or unable to read or write following a 2017 complaint from a woman who alleged moderators infringed on...
Progressive coalition plans speeches, door-to-door campaign Saturday
Hundreds of progressive volunteers and advocates will rally and knock on doors Saturday as part of the Thousands of Doors for Justice campaign in seven cities across the state, including New London.
Connecticut to beef up cybersecurity in advance of general election
In advance of the Nov. 6 election, Connecticut plans to provide cybersecurity training to local election officials and hire IT professionals to assess vulnerabilities within voter registration lists...
Will candidates for governor release their tax returns?
It's time for the traditional act of transparency, when candidates show how much money they make and what taxes they pay.
Griebel, independent candidate for governor, says he deserves to be part of debates
Independent gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel said Tuesday that he will make an appearance at the Sept. 12 debate sponsored by The Day and WTNH News 8 whether he's invited to participate or not.
Why doesn't Ned Lamont look into the camera?
The Democratic candidate for governor appears to look away from the camera, a posture that has caught the notice of some voters.
Preston to consider moving polling place to school
A town meeting will be held Sept. 13 on a proposal to move the town’s polling place for all elections and referendums to the Preston Veterans’ Memorial School.
Gubernatorial debate set for the Garde
Gubernatorial candidates Bob Stefanowski and Ned Lamont will debate at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., on Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. in an event sponsored by The Day and WTNH News 8.
Ziobron to open campaign headquarters on Thursday
Republican Melissa Ziobron, the 34th District state representative who is running for the 33rd District Senate seat, has announced that she will open her campaign headquarters on Thursday at 105 Elm...
Independent Party endorses Mastroianni for 43rd District state rep seat
Shaun Mastroianni of Stonington, the Republican candidate for the 43rd District state House seat, announced Monday night that he has been endorsed by The Independent Party of Connecticut.
Welch-Collins still tops 38th District Democratic primary after recount
Representative Town Meeting member Baird Welch-Collins secured the Democratic nomination by edging out area nurse manager Patrick Murphy by just eight votes.
Southeastern CT sees voter registration surge
Reflecting a statewide trend, new voter registrations in southeastern Connecticut have spiked dramatically in the current midterm cycle.
Recounts set for Waterford, Montville in 38th District Democratic primary
Waterford and Montville officials say they are preparing recounts next week after a tight Democratic primary for the 38th state House District seat.
Linares issues statements to thank campaign supporters, congratulate Gray
State Sen. Art Linares, R-Westbrook, issued statements on Wednesday to thank those who supported him in his campaign for State Treasurer and congratulated the Republican nominee Thad Gray, to whom...
Welch-Collins, Rotella emerge as Democratic nominees in 38th and 43rd District races
Baird Welch-Collins on Tuesday topped Patrick Murphy and Nick Gauthier in a tight contest for the Democratic nomination for the 38th state House of Representative seat.
Endorsed candidate wins Preston Democratic primary for registrar
Endorsed candidate Karen Stockton won Tuesday’s Democratic primary for registrar of voters, defeating incumbent Cheryl Roberts 151 to 86 votes.
Connecticut primary voters didn't have good choices
Self-funding millionaires, a felon and perennially unpopular candidates crowded the primary field.
Midterm primaries follow registration surge
Almost a quarter of a million new voters might head to the polls this election season, which kicks off today in a handful of local and statewide primaries at a time when new registrations dwarf the...
Candidates for governor supportive of casino expansion
Gubernatorial hopefuls would seek to accommodate southeastern Connecticut's gaming tribes.
Where to vote in Tuesday's primary
If you're a registered Democrat or Republican, where do you need to go to vote in Tuesday's primary? Here's a list of polling places across the region.
Candidates differ in their level of support for Electric Boat
The state of Connecticut has given Electric Boat at least $100 million in economic incentives over the past 10 years. Would that continue under the next governor?
Candidates show bipartisan opposition to Griswold gun range proposal, save for Ganim
Griswold residents have been rejoicing in the gubernatorial candidates' responses on a proposed gun range: all five of the Republicans and one of the Democrats on the Aug. 14 primary ballots have...
Democrats fight for nomination in hunt for 38th District seat
Candidates Baird Welch-Collins, Patrick Murphy and Nick Gauthier on Tuesday night shared their stories and answered questions from the community as they head into next week's primary seeking the...
Ahead of primary, Stemerman promotes his business-minded approach in Mystic
GOP gubernatorial candidate David Stemerman pushed for eliminating the business entity tax and increasing tourism funding during a tour of several Mystic businesses Tuesday.
State treasurer candidate would divert share of sports-betting revenue to state pension funds
Dita Bhargava, a Democratic candidate for state treasurer, said Monday she’d push to commit a share of the revenue the state would derive from sports betting to the state teachers’ and...
If Ganim wins, Lamont could Lieberman him
Could Ned Lamont be planning to secure a place on the general election gubernatorial ballot if his opponent in the Democratic primary, the popular mayor of Bridgeport, beats him?
Gubernatorial hopefuls discuss issues facing the arts sector
In the first gubernatorial forum of its kind, five candidates took the stage in a crowded auditorium at New Haven’s Cooperative Arts & Humanities High School on Tuesday night to discuss...
Are Herbst, Linares helping Russians sow divisiveness?
Fanned by protests from gubernatorial candidate Tim Herbst and candidate for treasurer Sen. Art Linares, the story about the Pledge of Allegiance became perfect fodder for the Russian election...
Groton registrars to hold enrollment session July 31
The Town of Groton Registrar of Voters is holding an enrollment session on Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m.
Rotella, Donahue seek Democratic nod for 43rd District seat in Aug. 14 primary
Chris Donahue of Pawcatuck received enough votes at the party caucus to force an Aug. 14 primary with Kate Rotella of Mystic to determine who will be the party’s candidate for the 43rd...
East Lyme registrars to hold special registration session
The East Lyme registrars of voters will hold a special registration session from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 31.
GOP candidate Obsitnik pushes efficiency, digital innovation for state government
Steve Obsitnik, one of five GOP gubernatorial candidates in an upcoming primary, is pushing for digital innovation and job growth for Connecticut.
Opinion
Reasons given to block Oz Griebel from debate outdated and wrong
The standards the Day and its debate co-sponsors are using to determine who should be allowed on the debate stage are not relevant in today’s media world.
