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Candidates for Southampton Special Election Will Meet for Three Debates in Coming Weeks

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Democrat John Leonard and Republican Rick Martel will vie for an open seat on the Southampton Town Board in a special election next month.

Democrat John Leonard and Republican Rick Martel will vie for an open seat on the Southampton Town Board in a special election next month.

Register for the March 6 debate on Zoom.

Register for the March 6 debate on Zoom.

Register for the March 6 debate on Zoom.

Register for the March 6 debate on Zoom.

authorMichael Wright on Feb 18, 2025
The Express News Group will host an online debate on March 6 between the two candidates in the March 18 special election for a single seat on the Southampton Town... more

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