I would like to thank my opponent, Brian Knuuttila, for running a great campaign, where we were able to discuss the issues that are important for the people of North Worcester County.

I have worked hard as State Representative to be responsive to the concerns of my district, and I want to continue that work as a Senator.  Please feel free to contact me at any time at 978-534-3388 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

BREAKING NEWS: Jennifer Flanagan has won the Democratic Primary to fill the seat of retiring Senator Robert Antonioni (D-Leominster). Flanagan beat former Gardner State Representative Brian Knuuttila capturing approximately 60% of the vote.

With no Republican or third-third party opponent on the general election ballot, Flanagan is now Senator-elect and will take office on the First Wednesday of January.

Please check back soon for more detailed results, along with comments from our new Senator-elect Jen Flanagan.

Help Jen Flanagan Become Our Next State Senator

Team Flanagan is seeking to bolster our ranks of supporters and volunteers to help Jen during the final days leading into Tuesday’s Democratic Primary Election. Just an hour or so of your time will make a tremendous difference to the outcome of this important election.

If you can help make get out the vote phone calls, assist in our literature drops, hold signs, or volunteer your time to help Jen on Election Day, please contact our office at 978-343-2600. Again, Jen needs your help to get through these final days leading to victory on Tuesday, September 16.

Specifically, we are asking for the following help:

Including Flanagan & Early Legislation

Bill will require all mandated reporters to receive training on how to recognize and respond to abuse and neglect

BOSTON – The Massachusetts Legislature Tuesday gave final approval to a bill that will toughen the laws meant to protect our most vulnerable children from abuse and neglect and ensure the protection of children is at the top of the state’s agenda with a new child advocate dedicated solely to child welfare.

“There is no greater task before us than protecting the most vulnerable children in Massachusetts and, with this legislation, we will help set up the framework to better handle the most troubling and disturbing cases. I have worked hard along with District Attorney Early to ensure that the Harboring a Minor provision that we authored was included in this legislation. I would like to thank the DA and Judge Erskine for their support and passion to protect one of our most valuable populations.” said Representative Jennifer L. Flanagan (D-Leominster).

“I want to congratulate Representative Jennifer Flanagan for the leadership she showed in getting this legislation passed,” said Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. “This law fills a need in protecting the children of the Commonwealth."

"State Representative Jennifer Flanagan (D-Leominster), Candidate for the Worcester & Middlesex State Senate, is hosting a series of Ice Cream Socials throughout the district. On Monday, she hosted socials for residents in Gardner at both GarWest and Hillside Gardens."

LEOMINSTER - Fitchburg Mayor Lisa Wong on Monday lent her support to state Rep. Jennifer Flanagan, D-Leominster, in her bid for state Senate.

Wong said while she was working for the Fitchburg Redevelopment Authority she was impressed by Flanagan's work to bring money to regional services.

"I knew about the work that Jen Flanagan did before I knew Jen Flanagan," Wong said during Flanagan's campaign kickoff at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel.

Flanagan, 32, is running against former Gardner State Rep. Brian Knuuttila -- also a Democrat -- for the Worcester/Middlesex seat, which represents 11 cities and towns. State Sen. Robert Antonioni announced earlier this year he is not running for re-election.

Wong said in her speech Flanagan is a viable candidate for the seat.

"She's a person who's a worker," she said. "She's a fighter, she's a leader, and she's going to be your next state Senator."