Politics & Government

Election Day 2024: Waltham Voter Guide

Election day is here in Waltham. Here's what to know before you head to the polls on Tuesday.

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It's a big year for voters, who will decide between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as races for the House of Representatives, Senate and a number of statewide races.
It's a big year for voters, who will decide between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as races for the House of Representatives, Senate and a number of statewide races. (Patch Media)

WALTHAM, MA — Voters in Waltham will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 5, for the 2024 general election.

It's a big year for voters, who will decide between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as races for the House of Representatives, Senate and a number of statewide races.

Here's what to know:

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Voting on Election Day

Polls in Massachusetts are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. You can also use the Secretary of State’s website to find your polling place.

Key Races

Full sample ballots from Waltham can be found here.

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The following are the key contested races that will be on the ballot for Waltham voters:

9th Middlesex District Representative

  • Thomas Stanley, Democrat
  • Carly Marie Downs, Republican
  • Sean Diamond, Forward Party

Voters across the state will also have the chance to vote on four ballot questions ranging in topics from legalizing drugs to transparency on Beacon Hill.

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