Election Results Are In: Welcoming Blackstone’s Elected Officials
New Faces, Same Mission: Congratulations to Blackstone’s Newly Elected Officials
Election Day has come and gone—but the energy, dedication, and commitment to Blackstone’s future is just getting started. Blackstone residents headed to the polls today to cast their votes for local leadership. This year, Blackstone had 7,956 eligible voters. A total of 1,184 ballots were cast, resulting in a 15% voter turnout despite it raining all day.
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s contested races:
- Ed Edward Castonguay and Gino Olaes for Board of Selectmen
- Matthew Ryan for Collector/Treasurer
- Tara Sullivan for Town Clerk
- School Committee, representing Blackstone – Keri Greene Gaudette
- School Committee, representing Millville – Jane Reggio
Other elected officials from the unofficial results released by the town:
Assessor of Taxes: Joseph Richard Morin
Board of Health: Matthew J. Ryan, Sr.
Board of Health: Kevin James Ryan
Constable (5 positions):
- Joshua Edward Benjamin
- Cheryl Ann Marino-Page
- Robert J. Kluchevitz
- James Michael Cunningham
- Jonathan Costa
Parks and Recreation Commission: Celeste M. Langlois
Planning Board: Kirk A. Van Dyke
These individuals have stepped up to serve, and we wish them strength, clarity, and determination as they help guide our town forward.
But today isn’t just about the winners—it’s about everyone who showed up.
To those who ran but didn’t get the vote—thank you. Your courage to put your name on the ballot and your heart into this community is what keeps democracy alive and well in small towns like ours.
Running for local office is an act of service. Voting is a civic duty. And staying engaged year-round? That’s where the real impact lives.
Let’s keep that momentum going—because the fight isn’t over. Our Annual Town Meeting is coming up on May 27, 2025, and this is your next big chance to raise your voice and shape Blackstone’s future.
We’re stronger when we talk to each other, not just during campaign season, but every day. Let’s keep the conversation going—and let’s keep working together to make Blackstone better, one decision at a time.
See you at Town Meeting!
