Who's Who and Where to Vote in Special Election Primary

Peabody holds its special election primary Tuesday to narrow down the field of candidates in the race for State Representative.

In the 12th Essex District, which represents Ward 1 through 4 and Precinct 1 and 3 in Ward 5, there are four candidates vying for the seat left open by the death of Joyce Spiliotis last year, but only three will appear on two party ballots Tuesday.

Republicans Greg Bunn and Leah Cole square off to determine who goes on to the April 2 final, while Beverley Griffin Dunne is on the Democratic ballot despite being unchallenged by a party opponent since former city councilor Jim Moutsoulas dropped out of the race.

Dave Gravel, who is unenrolled, does not appear on the primary ballot because it is only for political party candidates. He will appear on the April 2 ballot.

City Clerk Tim Spanos says the primary ballots will be as follows:

Polls are open Tuesday from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Polls are located at the following places identified in the chart. If you don't know which precinct you're in, call the City Clerk's office at 978-538-5756.