State Primary 2014: Poll Times, Locations in Dedham

By Liz Taurasi (Patch Staff)

The State Primary Election is Tuesday, Sept. 9. Here’s some important information to know before heading to the polls.

Who Can Vote?

The Primary is a partisan election; therefore all voters registered in the Democratic and Republican parties are eligible to vote. Voters registered as un-enrolled (commonly referred to as ‘independent’) must choose a party, and will automatically return to un-enrolled status following the election.

Absentee Ballots

Absentee ballots must be received before 8 p.m. on the day of the election.

Voting Hours and Polling Locations in Dedham

The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday.

Polling locations in Dedham are:

• Precinct 1: Town Hall, 26 Bryant St
• Precinct 2: Riverdale School, 143 Needham St.
• Precinct 3: MBACC (the OLD Avery School), 123 High St.
• Precinct 4 & 6: Dedham Middle School 70 Whiting Ave
• Precinct 5 & 7: Greenlodge School, 191 Greenlodge St.

Voters are encouraged to confirm their voter status and polling location by visiting the Secretary of State’s office online or by calling the election department. If your 2014 census was not received by this office, voters will be required to complete paperwork at the polls, therefore all voters are strongly encouraged to check their status before the election.

Campaign Signs at Polling Locations

Candidates and supporters are reminded that according to MGL Ch. 54 §65 signs are allowed at the polling place as long as they are outside the 150-foot radius around the entrance of the polling place. In addition, signs must not obstruct vehicle or pedestrian traffic. Posters, cards, handbills, placards, pictures or circulars intended to influence the action of the voter are also not permitted within the 150-foot radius.

For more information, visit massachusetts.state-election.info.