August 6, 2026
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Branford, North Branford & Northford Vol. XXX Iss. 32
Primary Voting Set for Aug. 11 By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer
The only statewide race on this year’s Democratic primary ballot is for governor. A Democratic primary for governor will be Incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont faces state held Tuesday, Aug. 11, with early voting Rep. Josh Elliott for the party’s nomination. beginning Aug. 3. The Sound has a roundup While other primary races will appear on of polling locations and voting hours for resi- ballots elsewhere in the state, the governor’s dents of Branford and North Branford. race is the only contest on the ballot in Bran-
ford and North Branford. The winner will face Republican nominee Ryan Fazio in the November general election. To vote in the Democratic primary, voters must be registered Democrats. Voters must See Primary Voting Set page 6
A Celebration of Culture Shoppers browse vendor booths during the second annual Teej Mela on Aug. 2 at the Branford Elks Club. The event celebrated Nepalese culture while raising money for the Community Dining Room, with admission proceeds supporting its mission of helping neighbors in need.
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ The Sound
Todd Corcoran is driving support for the Cosgrove Animal Shelter.....2
All-Conference Branford athletes shine across the SCC........................................11
Art in Conversation Two artists reinterpret museum treasures in a fresh Lyman Allyn exhibition.....................................19
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