Politics & Government

Watertown General Election Voting Guide 2016

Skipped early voting? No worries, we've got you covered on Nov. 8.

WATERTOWN, MA – The big day is almost here, and whether you're still undecided, committed to a candidate, or considering sitting this one out, you've got an important decision to make.

So we're going to make that a bit easier on you. Here's a look at everything you need to know before you head to the booths:

Who/What's on the ballot:

Aside from the four presidential candidates making national headlines, here are some of the other notable names and items on the ballot.

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  • Congresswoman Katherine Clark, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, Rep. Jonathan Hecht and Sen. William Brownsberger are all running unopposed.
  • There are four questions on the ballot this year: Slot licenses, charter schools, free-range chickens, and recreational marijuana. Read our rundown on the ballot questions here.

Voting Schedule:

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. If you make the line by 8 p.m., you're allowed to vote.

Some people chose to vote early this year. Massachusetts allowed early voting for the first time from Oct. 24 to Nov. 4.

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Polling Locations

Here are the polling locations for the upcoming election, courtesy of the Town of Watertown website.

Precinct 1. Hellenic Cultural Center, 25 Bigelow Avenue.

Precinct 2. Hosmer School, 1 Concord Road.

Precinct 3. Hellenic Cultural Center, 25 Bigelow Avenue.

Precinct 4. Phillips School, 30 Common Street.

Precinct 5. Phillips School, 30 Common Street.

Precinct 6. Hibernian Hall, 151 Watertown Street.

Precinct 7. Lowell School, 175 Orchard Street.

Precinct 8. Middle School, 58 Waverley Avenue.

Precinct 9. Middle School, 58 Waverley Avenue.

Precinct 10. Watertown Police Station, 552 Main Street.

Precinct 11. Cunniff School, 246 Warren Street.

Precinct 12. Cunniff School, 246 Warren Street.

Don't know your precinct? Don't worry, you can click here to find out.

You can find more information on the Town of Watertown website.

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