Democrat Thomas McCabe is challenging Republican Theresa Santai Gaffney for the Register of Wills in Schuylkill County.

The office of Register of Wills has many responsibilities including but not limited to probating wills, maintaining records, issuing marriage licenses, and processing and maintaining guardianships in the county.

The salary is set at $64,067.21.

Thomas C. McCabe

Town: Mahanoy City

Background: I’m a lifelong Schuylkill County resident. I worked and retired from UPS in Saint Clair after 37 years of service, my wife Teckla and I raised our children here. I retired a few years ago to spend more time hunting and more time with my seven grandchildren. Served on Mahanoy City Public Library Board, North Schuylkill COG and Borough Council, serving as a past council president. Over my lifetime, I have volunteered for countless organizations.

Why you are running: I think there are very few people that set out to run for a political office. My journey began once I retired and I ran for borough council in my hometown. Getting involved in my local community helped ignite a passion for wanting to make more positive changes to help not just my hometown but the county where I was born and raised.

What are your three main priorities if elected: Support current staff in the Register of Wills office as they work hard every day to assist the residents of Schuylkill County; run the office of Register of Wills in a way that would provide equality to residents of Schuylkill County; run the Register of Wills office in a fiscally responsible manner being prudent with the taxpayers’ dollars.

Additional comments: I’m committed to providing efficient services to the office of the Register Of Wills. I will be dedicated to the integrity, equity, and equality of the office and the people it serves.

Theresa Gaffney

Town: Friedensburg

Background: Married 38 years to Glenn, have four children 10 grandchildren; a USAR medic, serving her third term in office.

Why you are running for office: To continue to serve the county

Three main priorities if elected: Generate revenue for the county; continue to provide an efficient and compliant office for the county and state; financial transparency (zero deficiency in 12 years).

Additional comments: I believe in making a difference beyond the four walls of the office and thank my staff for always being professionals, and thank the voters for your continued support.