Town Council Swears In New Town Councilor Following Resignation Of Robert Whitworth

The Town Council also honored Barry Turner for 25 years of service with the North Branford Public Works department.

By Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff

Oct 23, 2026 1:32 PM EDT

Edward Lawton was swron in to the Town Council to fill the vacancy of Robert Whitworth for the term expiring Nov. 9, 2027. (North Branford Town Manager)

NORTH BRANFORD, CT—At Tuesday's Town Council meeting, the body appointed Edward Lawton to the Town Council to fill the vacancy of Robert Whitworth for the term expiring Nov. 9, 2027.

Robert Whitworth resigned from the Town Council in a letter to Mayor Rose Angeloni dated Oct. 6.

"Although it was an honor to serve, personal circumstances require this immediate action," he wrote.

The council also honored Barry Turner for 25 years of service with North Branford Public works.

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