Rochester Community Encouraged to Celebrate 'Night to Unite' with Local Law Enforcement

Rochester community encouraged to celebrate 'Night to Unite' with local law enforcement

ROCHESTER — The Olmsted County Sheriff's and the Rochester Police Department are celebrating Night to Unite on Aug. 5 to promote police-community partnerships. According to a release, neighbors are encouraged to organize gatherings and register them online. “Building a safer community starts with knowing your neighbors," Rochester Police Chief Jim Franklin said in the release. "Night to Unite is a great opportunity to come together and strengthe…

Sheriff's office will temporarily cover night shifts in Brevard for police department

The Transylvania County’s Sheriff’s Office will provide temporary law enforcement coverage for the city of Brevard due to the local police department’s continued understaffing challenges.