Politicking cans Shelter Bay Cinco de Mayo party

Politics is by nature a social science.

But, in Shelter Bay, questions have arisen over whether there should be a separation of politics and social gatherings, akin to that of church and state.

The community’s social and recreation committee canceled a Cinco de Mayo celebration scheduled last Thursday afternoon following publication in the Weekly News the day before of an ad that invited those attending to meet candidates seeking election to the Shelter Bay Board of Directors while enjoying their favorite adult beverages.

Shelter Bay Board President Wendy Poulton confirmed that the event had b...