This series educates readers about the local positions on their ballots and empowers them to make informed decisions. • Spotlight PA

Municipal Elections 101

About our Municipal Elections 101 coverage

This series educates readers about the local positions on their ballots and empowers them to make informed decisions.

Centre County Courthouse

Municipal Elections 101: Pa. voters will choose district attorneys in 17 counties this November

by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

On Nov. 4, you may be asked to consider candidates who want to be in charge of prosecuting crimes and leading law enforcement in your community.

An illustration of five elected officials sitting at a table.

Municipal Elections 101: Township supervisors, borough and city council members are on Pa.’s November ballot

by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

Montgomery County Sheriff Sean Kilkenny at a news conference in November 2024.

Municipal Elections 101: Pa. voters will choose sheriffs in 33 counties this November

by Hanna Holthaus of Spotlight PA

A poll worker holds voting stickers for community members Nov. 7, 2023, at Central Elementary School in Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.

Municipal Elections 101: Judge of elections and other key voting positions on Pa.’s November ballot

by Carter Walker of Votebeat

A voting sign is displayed Nov. 5, 2024, at Sheridan Elementary School in Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.

Municipal Elections 101: Tax collectors, auditors, and other key local finance positions on Pa.’s November ballot

by Amanda Fries of Spotlight PA

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