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Sheriff’s Dept. signs policing contract with Westminster

Wednesday, June 26, 2013 — Issue 209

WESTMINSTER — The town has contracted with the Windham County Sheriff's Department for 40 hours of patrol services per week.

Under the contract, the department is responsible for assigning the town a full-time deputy. Sheriff's deputy Ian Tuttle has been named to the position.

The contract, effective July 1, covers fiscal year 2013-14.

Tuttle is to conduct general presence patrols, targeted patrols, and answer calls for police services. He also will conduct outreach with residents and businesses on crime prevention programs.

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