2 Candidates Running For East Greenwich School Committee

EAST GREENWICH, RI — Two candidates have signaled their intention to run for the East Greenwich School Committee in the special election on Oct. 5.

Democrat Nicole Bucka and Republican Peter Carney have both taken out nomination papers to run for Lori McEwen's former seat. McEwen, a Democrat, resigned on June 30, after moving from East Greenwich.

If McEwen had resigned with more than a year left in her term, the town council would have named a replacement. But given the circumstances, the town is required to hold a special election.

As of Wednesday afternoon, Carney has returned some of his nomination papers, but Bucka still needs to return her papers, Canvassing Clerk Elaine Vespia said. The school committee candidates have until Tuesday, Oct. 10 to return nomination papers with at least 50 verified signatures.

To vote in the special election, East Greenwich residents must be registered to vote by Sunday, Sept. 6. If you intend to vote by mail, you must complete the application by 4 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14. Voter registration and mail-in ballots can be found on the Rhode Island Secretary of State's website.