Politics & Government
Independent Drops from House Dist. 44 Race; Three Candidates Left
James D'Ambra has withdrawn from the race for the Rhode Island House seat currently held by Rep. Peter Petrarca (D).
The Independent candidate for Rhode Island House of Representatives Dist. 44 has withdrawn from the contest, according to the Secretary of State's website.
James D'Ambra, of Lincoln, had been one of three challengers who filed to run against incumbent Rep. Peter Petrarca, a Democrat — and running statewide for General Assembly seats.
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Petrarca faces a primary challenge from Gregory Costantino, with Republican James Archer awaiting the winner of the Sept. 11 vote.
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