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Early voting turnout surges in Ontario Co., violence continues at Five Points prison with nine officers hurt this month, barn and RV destroyed by fire, and new Auburn cafe opens this month!

Nov 01, 2024

With early voting underway for the 2024 General Election, the Ontario County Board of Elections reports a robust turnout among registered voters, with significant engagement in both in-person early voting and mail-in ballots. As of Halloween, 12,237 residents have participated in early voting at sites in Canandaigua, Geneva, and Victor, signaling high interest in this year’s election.

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Officials at Five Points Correctional Facility in Seneca County are sounding the alarm—again—amid rising violence at the prison. A total of nine officers have been injured over the last two weeks. We have a closer look at reporting from the prison guard’s union. [More]
A devastating fire late-Thursday in the town of Ontario left a barn and RV completely destroyed. The investigation into the fire remains active, but officials said no injuries were reported. We have photos from the scene online now. [More]
There’s going to be a new place to get coffee in Auburn. Cafe Kubal is set to open its brand new downtown location in a matter of weeks! The community is gearing up for its arrival and owners are planning a giveaway to coincide with its grand opening. [More]
First responders say a local man died in a fiery crash in Tompkins County this week. We’ve gotten new details on the incident, which happened in Dryden, as the community and family mourn their loss. [More]
And finally, a new study commissioned by Seneca Meadows Landfill says after months of analysis—experts found no connection between its operation and a cancer cluster identified by New York State several years ago. We have a look at the study and what its authors found. [More]

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Your Morning Edition for Friday, Nov. 1st presented by DiSanto Propane!

Early voting turnout surges in Ontario Co., violence continues at Five Points prison with nine officers hurt this month, barn and RV destroyed by fire, and new Auburn cafe opens this month!

Ontario County early voting sees strong turnout with high mail ballot returns

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