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25-06-2025
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Ontario County primary election results 2025: See winners
The Republican primary election for Ontario County district attorney may have had a higher profile as the only countywide race. But residents in several towns in Ontario County and two wards in the city of Geneva also headed to the polls for primary elections in local races June 24. The top vote getters after the primary will run for offices on their respective party lines in the general election in November. Here are the unofficial results from the Ontario County Board of Elections. Mike Baker received 144 votes to incumbent Supervisor Daryl Marshall's 118 votes in the Republican primary for town supervisor. Incumbent Supervisor Bill Wellman earned 401 votes to turn back Douglas Smith, who received 141 votes, in the Republican primary for town supervisor. Two write-in votes were cast. In the highway supervisor race, Philip Frere Jr. received 300 votes to top William Poormon's 241 votes in the Republican primary for highway supervisor. Chase J. Brown with 185 votes and Philip Curtis with 136 votes were the top two vote-getters in the Republican primary for Gorham Town Board. Brian Lazarus received 122 votes. Voters were asked to select two candidates. In the Republican primary for highway superintendent, Sean Murphy received 229 votes to Martin Halpin's 222 votes. Benjamin S. Hanggi received 73 votes and Timothy A. Stone received 69 votes in the Republican primary for Naples Town Board. Jody Diana Bendzlowicz received 15 votes. Voters were asked to select two candidates. Esther K. Dickinson received 104 votes and Joseph S. Adulte received 26 votes in the only Democratic primary in the county. Dickinson will run with the Democratic party line in November for the Wards 5 and 6 seat on the Ontario County Board of Supervisors. Mike Murphy covers Canandaigua and other communities in Ontario County and writes the Eat, Drink and Be Murphy food and drink column. Follow him on X at @MPN_MikeMurphy. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Ontario County NY primary election results 2025: See winners
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25-06-2025
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MacBride leads GOP primary for Ontario County DA; Ritts holds off on conceding
CANANDAIGUA, NY — Challenger Jason MacBride appears to have turned back incumbent Ontario County District Attorney James Ritts in the Republican primary for district attorney, according to unofficial results from the county Board of Elections. But the district attorney said the race is too close to call at this point. MacBride, who currently serves as an assistant county attorney, received 2,179 votes after the polls closed June 24. Ritts received 2,064 votes. In a statement released after the votes were tallied Tuesday night, Ritts said the initial unofficial results "show us trailing by a very close 115-vote margin out of nearly 4,300 votes cast.' 'It is too early to concede the race, as we should wait for any standard review procedures by the Board of Elections, as well as additional absentee ballots to be received by mail in the coming days,' Ritts stated. In launching his campaign in February, MacBride lcited concerns over an internal investigation into a controversial courthouse election night party that involved costumes, alcohol, decorations, and karaoke. MacBride, formerly Ritts' First Assistant DA, said the incident raised ethical concerns and motivated his candidacy. Ritts has defended the event, stating it was a long-standing tradition started by his predecessor and only became controversial during his re-election bid. Both candidates will be on the general election ballot in November regardless of the GOP primary result. Ritts has secured the Conservative Party line while MacBride secured the Truth and Justice line. Mike Murphy covers Canandaigua and other communities in Ontario County and writes the Eat, Drink and Be Murphy food and drink column. Follow him on X at @MPN_MikeMurphy. Madison Scott is a journalist with the Democrat and Chronicle who edited our Weld Street Project and also did reporting for it. She has an interest in how the system helps or doesn't help families with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@ This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Jason MacBride leads GOP primary for Ontario County DA over James Ritts
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Politics
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Ontario County GOP voters to decide DA primary June 24: What to know
Voting in the Republican primary for Ontario County District Attorney will take place on Tuesday, June 24, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at all 44 county polling sites. According to the Ontario County Board of Elections, more than 29,000 registered Republicans are eligible to vote in the race between incumbent District Attorney James Ritts and challenger Jason MacBride, a career prosecutor. This high-profile contest has drawn attention since MacBride launched his campaign in February, citing concerns over an internal investigation into a controversial courthouse election night party that involved costumes, alcohol, decorations, and karaoke. MacBride, formerly Ritts' First Assistant DA, said the incident raised ethical concerns and motivated his candidacy. In a statement, he wrote: 'It is not silly for the public to expect their District Attorney to be truthful during an official investigation.' Ritts has defended the event, stating it was a long-standing tradition started by his predecessor and only became controversial during his re-election bid. This is the only countywide primary in Ontario County. Republican primaries are also being held in the towns of Farmington, Gorham, Naples, Phelps, and Richmond. James Ritts (Incumbent) First elected in 2017 as a Republican and Conservative. Previously served as First Assistant DA under R. Michael Tantillo. Ran unopposed in 2021, now seeking a third term. In a statement, Ritts said: 'Our 96% conviction rate and lowest dismissal rate in Western NY (4% compared to the statewide 14%) is a point of pride. I've recruited an amazing team to fight for victims, public safety, and justice for all.'' He pledged to continue expanding support for victims and maintaining Ontario County's reputation as a safe place to live and raise a family. Jason MacBride (Challenger) Currently serves as an Assistant County Attorney, prosecuting juvenile cases and advising child protection investigations. Has 21 years of prosecutorial experience, including felony cases such as homicides and child abuse. Formerly worked in both the Monroe and Ontario County DA's Offices. In his statement, MacBride emphasized restoring "ethical and effective leadership" and wrote: 'I lead by example through hard work, ingenuity, and partnering with others to best serve victims.' To verify your registration, party enrollment, or polling location, visit: Ontario County Voter Info Center NY State Voter Lookup Or call the Ontario County Board of Elections at 585-396-4005. Mike Murphy covers Canandaigua and other communities in Ontario County and writes the Eat, Drink and Be Murphy food and drink column. Follow him on X at @MPN_MikeMurphy. Madison Scott is a journalist with the Democrat and Chronicle who edited our Weld Street Project and also did reporting for it. She has an interest in how the system helps or doesn't help families with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@ This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Ontario County GOP voters to decide DA primary June 24: What to know
