Video: Mayoral Debate Sponsored by GREEN Northampton and WRSI, 10/20/09

Here is a complete blip.tv video of a 10/20/09 debate between mayoral candidates Clare Higgins and Michael Bardsley. This debate was sponsored by GREEN Northampton and WRSI, with a focus on environmental sustainability. The video is 1 hour 34 minutes long and was recorded by Lachlan Ziegler. Here is a preview circulated ahead of the debate […]

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Video Highlights from the 10/19/09 Mayoral Debate: Wetlands, King Street, Infill and the BID

Here are selected highlights from the 10/19/09 mayoral debate between incumbent Clare Higgins and Michael Bardsley. Each clip is 3-4 minutes long. This debate was hosted by the Ward 3 Neighborhood Association. The original video of the complete debate was recorded by Mary Serreze of Northampton Media.Question: Talk about a mistake you have made and what […]

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Press Release: Candidates Forum for Ward 6, October 27

Water Not Waste has just issued the following press release: Ward 6 City Councilor Marianne LaBarge, the Ward 6 Association [link], and Water Not Waste are sponsoring a Candidates Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the R.K. Finn Ryan Rd. Elementary School. The program is as follows: 6-7PM           School Committee-at-Large Candidates                       Blue Duval, Michael Flynn, Robert Schroeder, and […]

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Northampton Media Video: Plassmann Debates Reckman for Ward 3 City Council Seat, 10/19/09

Northampton Media has a 40-minute Vimeo video of the 10/19/09 debate between Ward 3 City Council candidates Angela Plassmann and Bob Reckman (incumbent).See also:Northampton Media: “Plassmann v Reckman” (10/20/09)Plassman spoke of problems at the Walter Salvo House, a medium-rise public housing project. Reckman countered that such housing problems are beyond the purview of the council.Gazette: […]

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Northampton Media: “Bob Reckman Consents to Interview, Submits Statement”

Northampton Media posted a 26-minute video interview and statement from incumbent Ward 3 City Councilor Bob Reckman yesterday.Here is the text of Mr. Reckman’s statement:Dear Ward Three Neighbor:I’m writing to introduce myself and explain why I am running for re-election as the City Councilor who represents you.I have owned and lived in a home at […]

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October 29: Ward 1 Debate Set for Vidal-McNair and Carney

Andrew Vidal-McNair, who is challenging incumbent Maureen Carney for the Ward 1 City Council seat, makes the following announcement today: I am pleased to announce a debate for Ward One City Council. The debate is sponsored by The League of Womens Voters. Location City Council Chambers, October 29 at 7:00. This debate is between Andrew Vidal-McNair & incumbent […]

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Video: City Council Meeting of 10/15/09; Odgers Challenges Accuracy of Mayor’s Campaign Website

Here is a complete blip.tv video of the 10/15/09 meeting of Northampton’s City Council. This video is 1 hour 50 minutes long and was recorded by Mimi Odgers of Water Not Waste. Below is a YouTube clip of comments on the landfill made by Ms. Odgers during the public comment period. A partial transcript: “[On] the mayor’s […]

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Ward 3: Upcoming Candidates Night and Meadows Cleanup

The Ward 3 Neighborhood Association has this announcement today: To: Members of the Ward 3 Neighborhood AssociationRe: Upcoming Candidates Night and Meadows CleanupFrom: Jerry Budgar, PresidentDate: October 18, 2009Just a reminder that we will sponsor our second Candidate Night on Monday, October 19 starting at 7 p.m. at Bridge Street School. We’ll be featuring discussions […]

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