Seacoast New Hampshire voters face a full ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 3, with high‑profile federal and statewide contests as well as races for the Executive Council, the state Senate and the House of Representatives.
Top contests on Seacoast ballots
Among the leading matchups cited in local election coverage are the U.S. Senate contest between U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican John E. Sununu, the 1st District U.S. House contest between Democrat Stefany Shaheen and Republican Anthony DiLorenzo, and the gubernatorial race pitting Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte against Democrat Cinde Warmington. Voters across the Seacoast will also elect state lawmakers and Executive Council members whose seats affect state contracts and nominations.
Where and when to vote
Voting will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3 in each Seacoast city and town. Local polling places and hours vary by municipality; voters should consult their town or city clerk for the precise location and opening hours for their ward or precinct.
- Registration: Voters may register before or on Election Day according to state rules; check with your local clerk for deadlines and procedures.
- What to bring: The New Hampshire secretary of state lists acceptable forms of identification for use at the polls.
Acceptable voter identification
The secretary of state’s guidance notes any one of the following forms of photo ID may be used at the polls:
- Driver’s license issued by any state or federal government
- Non‑driver ID card issued by the New Hampshire Department of Motor Vehicles or another state motor vehicle agency
- Photo ID card issued by the New Hampshire DMV for “voting identification only” (RSA 260:21)
- United States armed services identification card
- United States passport or passport card
Local candidate information
Seacoastonline and Foster’s Daily Democrat sent questionnaires to Seacoast candidates for state Senate, state House and the Executive Council, asking about property taxes, public schools and housing affordability. Responses from candidates who replied are linked in local ballot guides.
Voters with questions about polling places, registration or acceptable ID should contact their city or town clerk’s office or the New Hampshire secretary of state’s office for official information.
