Politics & Government

Abington Election Day 2019: Candidates, Polling Places

Polling locations, hours, and who is on the ballot in Abington for Election Day 2019.

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ABINGTON, PA — After a long campaign season, Election Day 2019 is finally here in the Abington area. There are a number of races on the ballot in the area this November, with a few municipal and county office seats to be determined.

Here's what you need to know ahead of Tuesday:

What will be on my ballot?

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Abington's school board has eight candidates seeking five seats.

Jennifer O'Rourke and Daniel Kaye crossfiled as both Republicans and Democrats. In addition, Democrats Melissa Mowry, Shameeka Browne, Tamar Klaiman are running against Republicans Joseph Rooney, Vico Bertogli III, and Susan D'Arnhold.

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There are six township commissioner races being contested:

  • Ward 1 - Democrat Tom Hecker vs. Republican Christina Baker
  • Ward 3 - Democrat Drew Rothman vs. Republican Bob Kumor
  • Ward 5 - Democrat Wayne Luker vs. Republican Ronald Holt
  • Ward 7 - Democrat Stuart Winegrad vs. Republican Paul E. Morse Jr.
  • Ward 9 - Democrat Dave Corrigan vs. Republican Dennis Zapone
  • Ward 13 - Democrat Bill Bole vs. Republican Carol E. Gillispie

There are also several important county-level races being contested Tuesday.

In the Montgomery County Commissioners race, incumbent Democrats Val Arkoosh and Ken Lawrence Jr. face off against incumbent Republican Joe Gale and challenging Republican Fred Conner. You will cast a vote for two commissioners; three will be elected.

>>2019 Election Preview: Montgomery Co. Commissioners Race

For sheriff, incumbent Democrat Sean Kilkenny is being challenged by Republican Melissa Bowers Palmer.

Other county-level races include:

  • Recorder of Deeds - Democrat Jeanne Sorg vs. Republican Vicki J. Lightcap
  • Prothonary - Democrat Noah Marlier vs. Republican Nancy Quinn-Marsden
  • Coroner - Democrat Michael Milbourne vs. Republican Annamarie Scannapieco
  • Register of Wills - Democrat D. Bruce Haines vs. Republican John Trigg
  • Controller - Democrat Lori Schreiber vs. Republican Tracy Moss-Carfagno
  • Treasurer - Democrat Jason E. Salus vs. Republican Tim Mahon

District Attorney Kevin Steele is running unopposed for re-election.

There are also two judicial races: two seats for Judge of the Superior Court, and three for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas.

Here's a glance at a sample ballot in Norristown with more information.

Where can I find election results?

Right here on Patch. Check back at 8 p.m. for real-time election results. You can also have them delivered straight to your inbox by subscribing to the Patch newsletter.

Where do I vote?

You can look up your polling location by inputting your address on Vote 411.

When can I vote?

Election Day 2019 in Tuesday, Nov. 5. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Pennsylvania.

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