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Election news
The Gazette’s coverage of the 2026 Municipal Election
We put 7 questions to a bustling field of nominees. Here are their answers.
The County is losing people who cannot afford to live here, and gaining people who can
Brad Nieman, Ernie Margetson, and Terry Shortt had plenty to say to a packed house at the Regent Theatre
Affordability, debt, roads, and keeping tax dollars in the ward were top of mind
Being prepared to jump on opportunities is the key to a more affordable County.
Mayoral Candidate Brad Nieman opens his campaign office — right next to Shire Hall
When Ernie Margetson told his friends he was planning to run for mayor, the first response was, “are you crazy?!”
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