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Hanover Sheriff’s Office urges public to be safety conscious when online holiday shopping

The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind its citizens to remain safety conscious this holiday season when conducting in person transactions from online sales, sharing financial information over websites, and including personal information on social networks. By being safety conscious while online, you will reduce your risk of becoming a victim of identity…


Kids reel in fish, with some help

By Josh Janney | The Winchester Star August 28, 2017 Several Winchester Sheriff’s Office employees were armed with fishing rods on Saturday morning for their first “Cops and Bobbers.” The event, which took place at Wilkins Lake in Jim Barnett Park, was designed to encourage kids up to 14 years old to go outdoors and…


Gang Specialist/Analyst job opening

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for a Gang Specialist/Analyst position. Visit their website to apply by September 7, 2017. For more information, contact Sgt. Brian Neal with the Professional Standards Unit at 540-586-4800 ext. 3252. Type: Full Time, VA Certified Law Enforcement Officer Salary/Pay: $36,441 Description: This position acts as a representative of…