MANCHESTER, N.H. – Following Wednesday’s recount, Ed Sapienza has officially defeated Cristina Goodwin in the race to become Ward 8’s next representative on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Following the recount, Sapienza’s victory was officially certified with by a tally of 857-831. Coming into Wednesday, the count stood at 855 votes for Sapienza and 831 for Goodwin.
Goodwin said she owed it to her supporters to get another look and was pleased that the process served as proof that the new machines at the city’s polling places worked and this provided proof that Manchester has free and fair elections.
“It was definitely a close race, and I think that in itself was a win,” she said. “I’m excited that I got involved, I jumped into the ring to help the city and make a difference.”
Sapienza was not present at the recount due to a work commitment. However, he did take a moment to provide a statement to Manchester Ink Link.
“I want to thank John Coughlin, Crissy Kantor, Ken Tassie and Victoria Sullivan for taking time out of their busy schedules to represent me. I’d also like to thank everyone who showed up and allowed me the privilege to serve Ward 8 for another term,” he said, “I am looking forward to serving the people of this ward over the next two years.”
Alderman Joseph Kelly Levasseur, serving in his role as chair of the Committee of Recount, announces the results following the Nov. 12, 2025 recount.