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Sheriff Bratton sworn in for second term
On Tuesday, Dec. 30, at approximately 3 p.m., in a private ceremony, Sheriff Robert L. Bratton was sworn in by the Honorable Judge Kathleen Giesler in her chambers. This is Sheriff Bratton's second term as Ottawa County Sheriff. This was witnessed by Court Administrator Lori Clune. The sheriff wi ...
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Sheriff Bratton seeking second term
On Nov. 4, I will be seeking my second term as sheriff of Ottawa County. There is no opponent in this race. My first term has been very challenging, demanding and rewarding. Various issues arose that I feel I addressed appropriately in both a fair and firm manner. The role of sheriff is to admini ...
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'Sheriffs' fiscal workshop' regarding inmate transports
On Thursday, Oct. 9, the sheriffs of northwestern Ohio who are participating in the joint "fiscal workshop" met at the Wood County Sheriff's Office in Bowling Green. This meeting was held to address the transportation of inmates by the various sheriffs' offices. Six sheriffs and support staff were ...
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Sheriff's Fiscal Summit held July 23
The "Sheriffs' Fiscal Summit" was held on July 23. Seven sheriffs' offices were represented at this meeting held at the Wood County Sheriff's Office. There was lengthy discussion about the coordination and development of this plan which it was felt could result in cost savings for all of the agenci ...
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Danbury Police host training session
On May 7 and 8, the Danbury Township Police Department successfully hosted a training session which was held at the Marina Del Isle Marina complex. This beneficial training was attended by many law enforcement officers and law enforcement support personnel from the area, and was supported by the ...
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Sheriff Braton presenting three part series regarding financial status
Ottawa County Sheriff Robert Bratton is presenting a three-part series of reports regarding the financial status of the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. The first installment is included in the monthly newsletter for March which can be viewed at the website, www.ottawa countysheriff.org. All monthly ...
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Ottawa County Sheriff, Port Clinton Harbor Patrol get grants
State Representative Chris Redfern (D-Catawba Island) announced today that the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office and the Port Clinton Harbor Patrol have each received Marine Patrol Assistance grants from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Watercraft. The Ottawa County Sherif ...
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Board of elections thanks sheriff's department for assistance
The Ottawa County Board of Elections would like to thank the Ottawa County Sheriff's Department for the wonderful assistance they gave us on election day. Thanks to Sheriff Bob Bratton for allowing his resources to be used. Throughout the late afternoon and early evening's inclement weather his dep ...
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Ottawa County clerk of courts announces one-stop passport center
Effective Feb. 25 the Clerk of Courts Title Division can now take passport photos of individuals for an additional $10 per person. Jennifer Wilkins, clerk of courts is offering a new service to businesses and organizations in the area, "One-Stop Passport Center." Individuals may visit our office ...
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Former Mayor Blatt was a mentor and strong supporter
By PAT LUKAC Marblehead Police Officer Phil Howell said John Blatt, former Put-in-Bay mayor, was a mentor and supporter of two local police officers, himself (Phil Howell) and Brad Koby. Howell said Blatt was the one who inspired him to become a K-9 officer. Howell ran the Put-in-Bay Police Depar ...
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Danbury Police continue marine patrols
On May 9, 2007 the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office received a check in the amount of $29,286 from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. This is the grant that was awarded for the 2007 Marine Patrol assistance grant agreement. This a continuing grant that the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office has ...
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Danbury Township Police Department year end report
Danbury Township Police Chief Michael Meisler has completed the 2007 year end activity report. Currently there are seven township police officers: Chief Meisler, Det. Sgt. Meisler, Patrolmen John Belcher, David Molter, Roland Stucky, Charlie Cunningham and Brandon Taylor. They handled a total of ...
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