Mary McNamara Bernsten Announces Campaign for Rockford Mayor

Mary McNamara Bernsten announces campaign for Rockford mayor

Mary McNamara Bernsten, daughter of former mayor John McNamara and sister of former mayor Tom McNamara, has entered the race for Rockford's next mayor following a special election announcement.

Mary McNamara Bernsten launches campaign for Rockford mayor

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our free e-newsletter ROCKFORD — Mary McNamara Bernsten, the head of the Rockford Area Arts Council whose father and younger brother have both served as mayor, is launching her campaign to lead the city. McNamara Bernsten announced her candidacy for Rockford mayor on Tuesday morning. She plans to