Tonight: Attleboro Candidates Night

Who should you know about?

Joe Kennedy III

Congressman Joe Kennedy Tuesday released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Shelby County v. Holder which invalidates Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act.

“Our vote is our voice; the powerful right and sacred responsibility that fuels our entire system of government. While great strides have been made to ensure equal access at the ballot box, there is no question that discrimination persists across this country and demands our ongoing vigilance.

“I am extremely disappointed in the Supreme Court’s decision today but hopeful Congress will use this setback as an opportunity to come together and strengthen the Voting Rights Act for generations to come.”

What should you know about?

The Attleboro FY14 budget

The budget was approved by the Attleboro City Council Monday night, despite protest from school supporters last week.

Click here for a look at the full budget.

When is something happening?

12 p.m.

Digital Branding Seminar at 42 Union St.

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Digital Branding Seminar on June 26 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Chamber, 42 Union St., Attleboro. Digital technology has changed the way we communicate, the way we see the world, and the way we live. To be in business today, the most important job is to be head marketer for the brand called You. In this hour we will discuss how to use some of the most popular digital tools such as blogging, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest and YouTube to help you brand yourself and your business in the digital world. Presented by Reiko Beach of The Tool Box and Tech Day Camp. The event is free; just bring your own lunch. Call 508-222-0801 to register.

Where is something happening?

American Legion

The Attleboro Republican City Committee invites the public and anyone who
has pulled nomination papers to run for elective office in Attleboro, to the
upcoming Candidates Night to be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at the
American Legion, 437 Newport Ave, South Attleboro, MA.

The evening starts at 6:00 pm with a free sandwich buffet and desserts. This
will be followed by a public "Meet and Greet", which will give all
Candidates an informal chance to meet the public. The formal part of program
will start at 7:00 pm.  The MC for the evening will be Attleboro Attorney
George Spatcher.  All Candidates will be able to give a short introduction
and answer one of seven questions drawn from a hat.

The Attleboro Republican City Committee has invited all 40 Candidates who
have pulled papers to run for Attleboro elective office.  Two years ago over
150 people attend the Candidates Night. "Every two years the AttleboroGOP
sponsors this program which has become known as the unofficial kick-off of
the local election season" said Chairman Howard Bibeault.

The Candidates Night is family friendly with everyone welcome.  "It's nice
to be able to offer new Candidates an opportunity to meet the public in a
positive casual event" noted Vice Chair Susan Blais.

The Attleboro Republican City Committee is sponsoring the night but it will
be nonpartisan, with all Candidates to be given equal time. For more event
information, contact Susan Blais at 508-226-8020.

Why should you check back?

We'll have coverage of Candidate's Night at the American Legion.