New Hampshire: Carol Holden

Thu, 09/11/2008 - 14:46

Holden defeats Manney in county commissioner primary

Hillsborough County Commissioner Carol Holden (R-Amherst) was able to hold off a primary challenge from state Rep. Pam Manney (R-Goffstown).

Holden defeated Manney 4,160 votes to 2,324 votes.

"I'm just pleased to be able to continue to represent the people of District 3 and they have the confidence of sending me back," Holden told PolitickerNH.com.

Manney said she was proud of her campaign and "pleased" with the results.

Mon, 08/18/2008 - 09:25

Manney announces endorsements

Pam Manney (R-Goffstown), a candidate for Hillsborough County Commissioner, has released a list of endorsements three weeks before the Republican primary.

The list includes the former speaker of the New Hampshire House Marshall Cobleigh, retired Executive Director of the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority Claira Monier and Judith MacDonald, the outgoing Hillsborough Registrar of Deeds.

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Wed, 06/04/2008 - 09:02

Filing period begins

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CONCORD- Beginning at 8am candidates for state office began to file for office with the Secretary of State.

This year, congressional candidate Grant Bosse was the first candidate to file. Bosse showed up at State House at 6am, minutes before Commissioner Carol Holden. Holden was the first to file in 2006.

"I wanted to get up early and show that we'll be working harder than anyone for the seat," Bosse said.

Sat, 05/03/2008 - 10:47

Manney officially declares candidacy

State Rep. Pam Manney (R-Goffstown) has officially declared that she is running for Hillsborough County Commissioner against current Commissioner Carol Holden (R-Amherst).

"As my record will attest, I believe in being accessible to constituents, open government and working as a team player. I will use this experience to provide the most efficient County services, ensuring equity for county employees, while maintaining fiscal responsibility," Manney said in a statement.

Sun, 01/27/2008 - 13:11

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Sat, 01/26/2008 - 12:27

Goffstown State Rep To Challenge Holden

Goffstown State Representative Pam Manney will challenge Hillsborough County Commissioner Carol Holden in a Republican Primary this year.

Holden currently represents Hillsborough District 3 and has served on the board since 1997.

Manney said she will run as a candidate will be more responsive than Holden.

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