Hopkins Will Seek Second Commissioner Term

At least one sitting commissioner will be defending his seat in this fall's Board of Commissioner's election. Edward Hopkins filed for candidacy Tuesday at , according to Town Secretary Laura Stafford.

also filed Tuesday, while announced his candidacy earlier this month.

This year, four-year terms for Commissioners , Terence Hanley and  expire. Reier has said he is undecided about running again.  previously said he would run again, but  in the  of , one over a loan dispute and the other involving a theft allegation. .

The filing deadline for the non-partisan election is Oct. 7. Candidates must be registered voters and have lived within town limits for at least six months prior to the election.

 will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 7 to allow for late filing. There is a $25 fee. The election is scheduled for Nov. 8.

Residents can check their voter registration status by calling the Harford County Board of Elections at 410-638-3565.