TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell is pleased to introduce the newest member of the Townsend Police Department and to announce that, thanks to the generosity of the community, Officer Ruby has joined the force at no cost to taxpayers. Officer…
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K9 Ruby’s First Day on the Job
This past Sunday marked K9 Ruby’s very first day on the job — and she made quite the debut! She joined in the Memorial Day Parade, proudly riding along before heading to the town common to visit with the community…

Welcome to the Department, K9 Ruby!
We’re beyond excited to introduce the newest member of the Townsend Police Department family — K9 Ruby! Ruby is just 9 weeks old and arrived from Kentucky earlier this week. Since her arrival, she’s been busy exploring her new surroundings,…
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