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Assaults on prison staff in FLX reach record-highs, hot spots persisted for hours after massive Lansing brush fire, two Wayne Co. SRO's hurt in separate incidents, and latest fatal Schuyler wreck.
Hot spots persisted for hours after massive Lansing brush fire: County issues burn ban as investigation begins
After a grueling seven-hour battle, fire crews from across Tompkins County contained a large brush fire that scorched 8-10 acres between East Shore Drive and Cayuga Heights Road in Lansing. The blaze, which started Friday evening, threatened nearby homes but was ultimately contained without damage to residences, thanks to the coordinated efforts of multiple fire departments.
Finger Lakes Forecast: Sunny with more improvement coming!
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
Officials with the union that represents CO’s at state prisons in New York say conditions are worsening and the time for change is now. New data reveals that assaults on prison staff have reached record-highs, highlighting the danger associated with the work, union officials add. We have a full look at the data online today. [More]
A deputy in Seneca County has been credited with saving the life of a family dog. Zowie had gotten her collar caught in the boards of her family’s porch—leaving her unable to break free. That’s when Deputy Steele stepped into action freeing the dog. [More]
The Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office say they’re investigating a fatal crash that happened yesterday around 7:15 a.m. The accident, which only involved one-car happened at the intersection of State Route 414 and Rockwell Rd. [More]
Two resource officers in Wayne County were injured this past week in serious incidents at local schools. Officials say one suffered a broken leg after an incident at the BOCES facility in Williamson, while the other incident took place at the Sodus Middle School. [More]
Authorities say a bicyclist suffered minor injuries after a crash with a motorist who failed to yield the right of way in Williamson this weekend. It happened on Pearsall St., according to deputies, who say a 54-year-old Marion woman stopped, but failed to yield the right of way to the cyclist. [More]
Syracuse rallies from 18-point deficit to beat Virginia Tech in overtime, earn bowl eligibility
The Syracuse football team rallied from an 18-point deficit, scoring 28 points in the second half to push their game against Virginia Tech into overtime, ultimately winning 38-31 on Saturday afternoon at the JMA Wireless Dome.
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Four Seneca County CO’s graduate from basic training program
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Ontario County early voting: How has turnout broken down so far?
So far, early turnout has been strong, with 15,931 voters casting ballots in person across the county’s early voting sites. Yesterday alone, 1,819 voters visited the polls, bringing the total participation close to matching early voting tallies in previous years. Party breakdowns indicate that 5,923 Democratic and Working Families voters, 6,157 Republican and Conservative voters, and 3,851 voters registered with no party or other affiliations have utilized early voting.
