EFFINGHAM —Two candidates are seeking one three-year seat on the board of selectmen. Michael Cahalane and Chris Seamans are competing for the seat being vacated by Vicki Kirkwood. Each has served as a selectman before. Polls are open March 14 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Effingham Municipal Office. — Daymond Steer
Michael Cahalane
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It seems Like Cahalane had a lot of Effingham fooled. That's always the case with these politicians who use elected office to enrich themselves. They are very good at fooling people. It always seems these politicians suddenly have enough money to fix their homes, buy new cars and other toys. Itakes one wonder where their sudden wealth comes from
Definitely a case of choosing the less of two evils. Both are more interested in serving themselves then the people. Both used the selectmens office to enrich themselves. Mike is rumored to be very intimidating and threatening.Chris has also shown a tendency to stomp on peoples rights . Niether is a great choice
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