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Easthampton’s Tax Override Headed For A Recount

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Easthampton’s approved $6.9 million tax override is headed for a recount. Opponents collected enough signatures to request a hand count, raising concerns about mail-in ballots and election procedures. The measure passed by 239 votes, and city officials say a recount date will be scheduled soon.

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