Video by : Mark Lorenz
The candidates for state rep in the 8th Essex District answered questions from The Salem News on a range of topics from casino gambling to school budgets to infrastructure during a forum Tuesday, Feb. 26. Sitting left to right were Republican John Blaisdell, Democrat Lori Ehrlich and independent Mark Barry. The winner of the special election March 4 will represent Marblehead, Swampscott and part of Lynn on Beacon Hill, replacing former state Rep. Doug Petersen.
Local News
February 28, 2008
VIDEO: State rep candidates answer questions from The Salem News
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Man dies after leaving moving vehicle in Boxford
State police say a man has died after leaving moving vehicle on Interstate 95 in Boxford.
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Parking plan up and running
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Sticking together
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Photo Gallery: 2012 Graduations
Images of the Class of 2012 for North Shore high schools, colleges and universities. Updated throughout the graduation season.
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