Richardi to run for county sheriff
OSSIPEE — A Conway man hopes his third run for county sheriff will be the charm.
Domenic Richardi, 52, of Conway, will run as a Republican to unseat his former boss Sheriff Christopher Conley, of Wolfeboro, who is also as a Republican. Richardi ran as an Independent in 2010 and as a Republican in 2008.
"I will support and work with local law enforcement and state agencies to bring the necessary resources to the citizens of Carroll County," said Richardi in his announcement letter. "I will communicate and work with the (county) commission, delegation and other county entities while being transparent."
Richardi retired as a lieutenant from Carroll County Sheriff's Office in August of 2010 after 18 years of service. Richardi served under Conley for 18 months. He has also worked for police departments in Conway, Madison and Tamworth. Currently, Richardi is employed with the Effingham and Freedom police departments.
In 2010, Conley defeated Richardi by a vote of 10,123 to 9,170. Conley had strong support in southern Carroll County. In 2008, Richardi came in third behind Conley, who won for the first time, and another candidate, Francis Lord.
Conley intends to run again. He welcomed Richardi into the race.
"I look forward to a spirited debate on the issues," said Conley.
Domenic Richardi will make his third run for county sheriff.