Are You Registered To Vote?

It may seem hard to believe, but the November election is only six weeks away. The deadline for registering to vote is Oct. 11, 2011, just two weeks away.

The contested seats in Montgomery County this November include the three Montgomery County Commissioner seats. Republican candidates for Montgomery County Commissioner Bruce Castor and Jenny Brown a few weeks ago, shortly followed by Democratic candidates Josh Shapiro and Leslie Richards' .

Here is a complete list of seats in Montgomery County that are up for election this year.

If you are a first time voter, new resident, or want to change your party registration, time's running out to register. If you are not registered by Oct. 11, you will not be permitted to vote in the municipal elections on Nov. 8.

The Pennsylvania Department of State "votesPA" website is a good "one stop shop" for finding the answer to virtually any question you may have about voting in the November election.

Click here for an easy step by step guide for registering online, in person, or via mail. The site also has downloadable forms you will need.

Not sure if you are registered?

Pennsylvania makes it pretty simple to check your voter registration status. Click here for the PA Department of State website that lets you check on your registration status, party affiliation and even your polling place address.