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Two Hampton Bays Residents Will Face Off in March Special Election For Southampton Town Board Seat

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John Leonard

John Leonard

Rick Martel

Rick Martel

John Leonard and Rick Martel will square off in a special election in March.

John Leonard and Rick Martel will square off in a special election in March.

authorMichael Wright on Jan 16, 2025
Former Southampton Town Councilman Rick Martel will face attorney John Leonard in the March 18 special election for a single seat on the Town Board — a race that will... more

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