Sheriff candidates prioritize staffing, training and interagency partnerships Three Republican candidates for Rockingham County sheriff — Darren Wright, Billy Parker and Brian Harbour — emphasized training, retention and partnerships with federal and regional agencies to address drugs, violent crime and jail oversight. Candidates urged cooperation with county commissioners for compensation reforms.

Three sheriff candidates in Rockingham County are shaking up public safety with bold plans for training, retention, and interagency cooperation to tackle crime.

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Local races take center stage in Rockingham County candidate forum State legislative candidates Sam Page and Seth Woodall, sheriff hopefuls and county commission and clerk candidates discussed public safety, education, mental health and county budgets at a multi-race forum in Rockingham County.

Candidates at the Rockingham County forum tackled pressing local issues like public safety, mental health, and school funding, promising to prioritize the community's needs.

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Rockingham County hears strong public opposition as commissioners review potential ICE contract Commissioners said financials and insurer review are pending and a public hearing will be scheduled, while more than a dozen residents and experts urged the board not to sign a contract to house ICE detainees, citing legal, health and trust concerns.

Rockingham County faces fierce public opposition as commissioners deliberate a controversial ICE contract amid concerns over finances, legal implications, and community trust.

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Local state candidates Sam Page and Seth Woodall pledge focus on schools, mental health and public safety Sam Page (running for NC Senate) and Seth Woodall (running for NC House) used a Rockingham County forum to emphasize teacher pay, fully funded public schools, regional mental-health capacity and public-safety staffing as top priorities.

Two local candidates are on a mission to boost public safety, education, and mental health in Rockingham County—are they the change we've been waiting for?

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Job Fair Preparation Underway with 106 Interviews Scheduled for Multiple Departments HR announces 106 interviews set for next week's job fair with positive response.

Rockingham County is taking bold steps toward a safer and more connected community—discover how upcoming initiatives will shape your future!

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Commissioners Approve Multiple IT Equipment Contracts Totaling Over $1.6M Commissioners grant IT equipment contracts, including Aruba and VMware, totaling $1.6 million.

Rockingham County is making a bold leap into the future with over $1.6 million in IT contracts aimed at enhancing public safety and operational efficiency!

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Hampton Beach officials address safety concerns and staffing challenges Public safety remains a priority amid aggressive driving and staffing shortages in Hampton Beach.

Rockingham County is facing staffing shortages and heightened public safety concerns as officials scramble to ensure service continuity ahead of a busy summer season.

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Hampton Sheriffs clarify detainment program amid public concerns and misinformation Hampton Sheriff's Department addresses public concerns about new federal detainment agreement.

Residents in Rockingham County are raising alarms over a new federal agreement with the Sheriff's Department, sparking a heated discussion on budget impacts and transparency.

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Rockingham County officials clarify budget implications of ICE contract with sheriff's department Budget does not fund ICE operations, but potential expenses from contract remain unclear.

Rockingham County officials are under fire as they clarify that while the budget doesn’t fund ICE operations, the financial implications of a recent contract remain shrouded in mystery.

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Kingston Council faces budget concerns over unapproved sheriff training contract Public raises budget questions regarding unknown costs and oversight of sheriff's training contract

Concerns are mounting in Rockingham County as residents question the transparency and financial implications of a proposed law enforcement training budget that could impact taxpayers.

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