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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

PA Primary 2013: Election Day Info Roundup

Here's information about candidates, polling places and more. Check back with Chartiers Valley Patch tonight for results.

It's Tuesday, May 21, and today is the Pennsylvania Primary Election. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Click the highlighted links to see a list of candidates running for each of the following offices: To find your polling place, click here. For information about the Voter ID law, click here. Chartiers Valley Patch will follow election results after the polls close at 8 p.m. Check back with Chartiers Valley Patch tonight for unofficial election results. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

Monday, May 20, 2013

Get Out and Vote: Primary Election is Next Tuesday

Find out where to vote, how the Voter ID Law affects you and what to do if you're voting for the first time or at a new polling place.

Here are some quick things you need to know about next Tuesday's primary election. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Chartiers Valley School Board: Who Are You Voting for, and Why?

Tell us which candidates you're backing in the May 21 primary.

Several newcomers will appear on the primary election ballot for Chartiers Valley Board of School Directors, and all candidates have cross-filed as Republicans and Democrats. There are four seats up for election, each with a four-year term. So, who are you voting for? And why? Tell your neighbors in the comments section below who the most qualified people are. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.

Char Valley Citizen

5:25 pm on Monday, May 20, 2013

On Tuesday evening, the Char Valley community will learn if people really care about school district performance. Most people don't vote in non presidential elections. We will find out if our community cares enough to go vote. If people care, they will find a way in their busy day to go vote. If they don't care, they will have a million reasons why they couldn't get to the polls to vote. The lack…   more ›

Monday, May 6, 2013

Primary Election 2013: Deadline Nears for Absentee Ballots

Applications must be completed and returned to the Allegheny County Elections Division no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14.

The deadline for Allegheny County residents who need an absentee ballot for the upcoming May 21 primary election is Tuesday, May 14. Applications must be completed and returned to the Elections Division no later than 5 p.m. Absentee ballots are available to registered voters who will be absent from their municipality on May 21 or those who cannot reach the polls due to an illness or physical disability. Applications can be requested through the mail or for fastest results, requested and filled out in person at the Allegheny County Elections Division, 601 County Office Building, 542 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.  If properly registered, voters will be handed an absentee ballot to vote on the spot, which only takes a few minutes. …

Friday, April 26, 2013

PA Primary 2013: Candidates for Collier Township

Here's the list of candidates you'll see on the ballot when you vote in the May 21 primary.

Several newcomers are on the ballot for this year's primary election, vying for four seats as Collier Township Commissioner. The Pennsylvania primary will be held on May 21. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: Tax Collector Collier Township Commissioner Four-year term, three seats Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Six Vying for Heidelberg Council Seats

Here's the list of candidates you'll see on the ballot when you vote in the May 21 primary.

One Republican and five Democrats are vying for three seats on Heidelberg Borough Council, and their names will appear on the primary ballot next month. The Pennsylvania primary will be held on May 21. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: Mayor Tax Collector Member of Council: Four-year term, three seats Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

PA Primary 2013: Candidates for Scott Township

Here's the list of candidates you'll see on the ballot when you vote in the May 21 primary.

Two Republicans and five Democrats will appear on the Pennsylvania primary ballot for seats as Scott Township Commissioner. The Pennsylvania primary will be held on May 21. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: Tax Collector Commissioner, Ward 2: Four-year term Commissioner, Ward 4: Four-year term Commissioner, Ward 6: Four-year term Commissioner, Ward 8: Four-year term Commissioner, Ward 9: Four-year term Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter

Concerned Parent/Citizen

11:01 am on Friday, April 26, 2013

Herb Ohliger's name is spelled wrong and I can tell you that Herb does NOT "cater" to those people he knows. He listens to what people have to say, he looks into what the truth is, he looks at what is available to help in what the concerns are and he honestly states whether he can or cannot help. Not ALL politics or politicians are corrupt or dishonest.   more ›

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

PA Primary 2013: Candidates for Chartiers Valley School Board

The Pennsylvania primary is May 21.

Several newcomers will appear on the primary election ballot for Chartiers Valley School Director, and all candidates have cross-filed as both Republican and Democrat. The Pennsylvania primary will be held on May 21. The following candidates are vying for four seats, each with a four-year term: Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter

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Concerned Parent

12:56 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Absolutely!!!!! As a teacher in a neighboring district, I am appalled at the amount of time that is spent "teaching to the test" in this district. My children have learned very little in the 9 weeks leading up to the PSSA's other than learning to take the test!! I would love to hear the candidates speak about what, exactly, they are proposing to do to promote academic excellence. Would it be to …   more ›

DeBlasio to Challenge Dolde for Bridgeville Mayor's Seat

Here's the list of candidates you'll see on the ballot when you vote in the May 21 primary.

Four Democrats and four Republicans are vying for four seats on Bridgeville Borough Council this election season. In addition, republican Pasquale B. DeBlasio will challenge incumbent Donald L. Dolde, a Democrat, for the mayor's seat. The Pennsylvania primary will be held on May 21. The following candidates will appear on the ballot: Mayor: Tax Collector: Bridgeville Borough Council: Four year term, four seats Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Deadline for Voter Registration Is April 22

If you're new, if you've moved, if you've changed names or parties, you must register.

Pennsylvania residents who wish to vote in the upcoming May 21 primary elections must be registered by Monday, April 22. Registered voters who have moved or changed their names or party affiliations must also notify their counties' elections divisions of their changes by April 22. An individual must be registered in a political party in order to vote in that party's primary. In order to qualify to vote in Pennsylvania, one must be a U.S. citizen at least one month prior to the primary, a resident of the state and his or her election district at least 30 days prior to the primary, and 18 years of age on or before the day of the primary. Individuals needing to register in Allegheny County may apply in person between the hours of 8:30 a.m. …

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