Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Democratic Congressman Joe Kennedy III will answer reader questions starting at 1:30 p.m.
Fourth District Congressman Joe Kennedy III (D-Brookline) will take reader questions in a LIVE text chat today, March 27, at 1:30 p.m. Kennedy was elected to the Fourth District seat in November 2012, beating Republican challenger Sean Bielat. During that campaign, Kennedy participated in a similar Patch live chat. Today's chat will last 45 minutes. To submit a question, simply enter your name in the chat box above, type your question and submit. If you cannot tune in this afternoon, you can feel free to leave questions in the comments section below. A recap of this afternoon's chat will be posted on Medfield Patch tomorrow morning. Questions submitted will be subject to moderator approval. No vulgar or libelous comments will be allowed…
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Medfield went against the state norm and voted Republican in the Commonwealth's two biggest races.
This story was updated on Nov. 7 to reflect the final official election results as tabulated by the Medfield Town Clerk's office. While Barack Obama overwhelmingly won the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' 11 electoral votes, he did not win the majority of Medfield's votes. In Medfield, Mitt Romney took 3,864 votes over Obama's 3,448. In addition, Elizabeth Warren won the U.S. Senate seat statewide, incumbent Scott Brown won Medfield's vote with 4,569 for Brown and 2,832 for Warren. The closest race in Medfield was that of Representative for the Fourth Congressional District. By a narrow margin of just 38 votes, Medfield helped put Joseph P. Kennedy III into the seat with 3,579 votes over Sean Bielat's 3,541 votes. Other Medfield results …
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Updates on the 2012 elections here in Medfield will be posted throughout the day. Connect with us on Twitter too at #PatchElections and tell us what you see by tweeting @MedfieldPatch and commenting on facebook.com/MedfieldPatch.
This story was updated on Nov. 7 to reflect the final official election results as tabulated by the Medfield Town Clerk. Stay with Medfield Patch all day as we update this article with news and information from the polls and live election results after 8 p.m. Vote today at The Center at Medfield, 1 Ice House Road, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Share your photos and videos from Election Day by clicking the Upload Photos and Video button! Also, tell us what've seen at the polls in the comments below: How long did you wait to vote today? Which candidate has the most visible presence among signholders? Join the conversation in the comments. Scott Brown (R), Elizabeth Warren (D): Senator in Congress Scott Brown has represented Massachusetts in the U.S…
Sunday, November 4, 2012
The candidates, incumbents and issues that will affect Medfield and Norfolk County.
As we prepare for Tuesday's election, Medfield Patch is devoted to bring you the information you need about all races relevant to Medfield. Bookmark this page for updates. The polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at The Center at Medfield, 1 Icehouse Road. For a sample ballot, click here. President Barack Obama: Obama was at the height of discussion in early May 2011, when the President announced that Osama Bin Laden had been killed. GOP Presidential Nominee Mitt Romney: Massachusetts Governor's Council Candidate Patrick McCabe have discussed an article in the Washington Post that criticized Romney for his handling of judicial appointments. The Scott Brown vs. Elizabeth Warren Senate race. This race is being closely watched …
Joe Kennedy will be at Noon Hill Grille tonight at 6 p.m.
Joe Kennedy III, candidate for Congress, will be at Noon Hill Grille tonight at 6 p.m. Kennedy, a Brookline Democrat, is running against Sean Bielat, a Norfolk Republican, to replace the retiring Fourth District Congressman Barney Frank, of Newton. The Fourth District includes Medfield. Election 2012 polls will be open in Medfield on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at The Center at Medfield, 1 Icehouse Road.
Friday, October 26, 2012
Here's a look at what's going on around the area this weekend including Halloween parties, political canvassing, and the MHS Class of 1982 30th class reunion.
Here are some events going on around town this weekend. Saturday, Oct. 27 What: Ruthie's Diner Costume Contest When: Oct. 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Ruthie's Diner at Lord's, Main St., Medfield Cost: Free More Deets: Nostalgic costumes encouraged. Three categories: ages 2-8, ages 9-12, ages 13 and over. What: New N Towne Halloween Party When:Oct. 27, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Wheelock School, 17 Elm St., Medfield Cost: $10pp, $40 family max More Deets: Games, prizes, pizza, snacks, Cake Walk. Visit www.newntowne.org What: Joe Kennedy III in Medfield When Oct. 27, 3 p.m. Where: Medfield Fire Station, 114 North St., Medfield Cost: Free More Deets: Will be back on Sunday at Blue Moon at 11:50 a.m. www.joekennedy2012.com What: TARGET …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
The 15-minute debate aired on Fox25 Morning News earlier today.
Although they had just a few minutes to make their case, Fourth Congressional District candidates Joe Kennedy III and Sean Bielat touted their experience and ideas in a Fox25 debate earlier this morning. The live debate, which was moderated by Fox25 news host Gene Levanchy, lasted less than 15 minutes. This was the final scheduled television appearance for Bielat and Kennedy before the Nov. 6 general election. Bielat, a Norfolk Republican, is running against Kennedy, a Brookline Democrat, to replace the retiring Fourth District Congressman Barney Frank of Newton. Keeping with a theme that has run throughout the campaign, Bielat and Kennedy sparred on experience and whether Kennedy's name has carried him through the election. "I think …
Friday, October 12, 2012
Kennedy, a Democrat, is facing off against Republican Sean Bielat in the Fourth Congressional District race.
Democratic congressional candidate Joe Kennedy III joined us for a live chat with Patch readers on October 12. Many of the questions submitted touched on Kennedy's experience as well as his economic plan, healthcare and budget reductions. Kennedy will face off against Republican Sean Bielat for the Fourth District seat currently held by Newton Congressman Barney Frank, who plans to retire at the end of this year. Bielat joined Patch for a similar live chat Q&A on October 11. Read through the following short recap of Kennedy's chat (below), or browse the full Q&A transcript. Patch: Throughout this campaign, your opponent has often criticized your experience. How do you respond? Specifically, what kind of experience and knowledge can you …
Democratic congressional candidate Joe Kennedy III is taking readers' questions.
Fourth Congressional District candidate Joe Kennedy III is taking reader questions in a LIVE text chat. Kennedy, a Democrat, is running against Republican Sean Bielat to fill the seat of retiring Congressman Barney Frank, of Newton. This afternoon's chat will last roughly 45 minutes. To submit a question, simply enter your name in the chat box above, type your question and submit. A recap of the chat will be posted later this afternoon. Bielat participated in a similar live chat Q&A yesterday. Questions submitted will be subject to moderator approval. No vulgar or libelous comments will be allowed. Because we expect a high volume of questions for the chat session, we will keep the questions issue-related and not repetitive.
Here's a list of good things to think about as you go about your day in Medfield.
1. Remember that Medfield Cultural Council grant applications are due on Monday. 2. Live Chat with Joe Kennedy III at 1 p.m. today on Patch. What questions do you have for the candidate? 3. Did you catch yesterday's Live Chat with Sean Bielat? 4. Medfield Animal Shelter's featured pet of the week is "Spazz." 5. Did you see Thursday's photos from the MHS girls varsity field hockey win over Holliston?
JT
8:48 pm on Wednesday, November 7, 2012
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