American politician
Robert L. Hedlund (born July 12, 1961) is an American businessman and politician serving as the mayor of Weymouth, Massachusetts . He was formerly a member of the Massachusetts Senate representing the Plymouth and Norfolk District.
Education and career Hedlund attended Wentworth Institute , Quincy College , and University of Massachusetts Boston .
Hedlund owned and operated Hedlund Motors located in Quincy, Massachusetts a truck and fire apparatus repair business from 1981 -1992.
He was the host of "Monday Night Talk" on WATD-FM 95.9 in Marshfield, Massachusetts , and served as a substitute host on various talk radio shows on WRKO-AM 680 Boston. He served as commissioner of New England Championship Wrestling from 2000-2001.
Hedlund was formerly a member of the Massachusetts Senate who represented the Plymouth and Norfolk District. His former Senate district included Cohasset , Duxbury , Hingham , Hull , Marshfield , Norwell , Scituate , and Weymouth .
On November 3, 2015, Hedlund was elected Mayor of Weymouth with 70% of the vote defeating longtime incumbent Mayor Susan M. Kay. Hedlund assumed office on January 4, 2016.
In November 2019 Hedlund was re-elected as Weymouth Mayor defeating Edward Cowen by a margin of 82% - 18%.
Personal life Hedlund formerly owned and operated the Four Square Restaurant & Bar in Braintree, Massachusetts.[1]
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