Endorsement round-up in the 5th

Local luminaries, officials and public employees continue to line up behind candidates in the crowded race for Marty Meehan's US House seat.

Last week, state Representative Jamie Eldridge -- one of five Dems in the race -- announced support from four firefighters unions -- the locals in Acton, Devens, and Concord and the Massachusetts Call and Fire Fighters Association.

On Tuesday, Democratic state Representative Barry Finegold won the support of Lawrence Police Chief John Romero, who said the Andover lawmaker "was always the first one to reach out and address the needs of our community."

And on Wednesday, Democrat Niki Tsongas won endorsements from state Senator Susan Tucker and Representatives David Torrisi and Barbara L'Italien.

There are also two Republicans in the race for the 5th district seat, an Independent and a Constitution Party candidate. The primary is Sept. 4 and the general election Oct. 16.

(If we've forgotten any recent endorsements, please let us know.)