Peter Wainwright acclaimed as Sidney mayor, two new councillors elected
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What's being reported
Peter Wainwright was acclaimed as mayor of Sidney in the municipal election. Two new councillors were elected to Sidney council. All four incumbent councillors who ran again were re-elected.
How coverage differs
- Victoria BuzzReports that former mayor McNeil-Smith ended his campaign abruptly before the election.
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Independent · 1 version · 1 outlet
- Sidney sees two new council members as acclaimed mayor Peter Wainwright takes the reins
Former mayor McNeil-Smith abruptly ended his campaign prior to the election.
Glacier · 1 version · 1 outlet
- Sidney election results 2026: Wainwright acclaimed as mayor, two new councillors join incumbents
All four incumbent councillors running again were re-elected. They’ll be joined by two newcomers.
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