Niagara County Legislature Chairman Becky Wydysh and Sheriff Michael Filicetti today announced the draft plan of Niagara County’s police reform and reinvention collaborative is available online for public review.  

Niagara County Legislature Chairman Becky Wydysh and Acting Sheriff Michael Filicetti today announced the next meeting of the county task force charged with complying with Governor Cuomo’s mandate that local governments undertake a police reform and reinvention collaborative initiative.  The meeting will be held in Niagara Falls and the public is welcome and encouraged to attend to express their opinions.

NORTH TONAWANDA—Criminals should take their illicit business elsewhere, the majority leader of the Niagara County Legislature said today after a series of meetings with Niagara County’s District Attorney prompted by new crime statistics and increased concerns about public safety.

Washington, DC - On Monday, May 16, the President will award the Medal of Valor to thirteen public safety officers during a ceremony in the East Room. The Medal of Valor is awarded to public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect others from harm.

Sheriff James R. Voutour announced today that Lieutenant Robert Richards was appointed as the Western Region Chair for the STOP-DWI Association.

Lockport-The Niagara County Sheriff’s Office was recently notified that Deputy Joe Tortorella has been selected as one of four finalists for the 2015 IACP/ Target Police Officer of the Year.

Niagara County, NY - Governor Cuomo has proclaimed the week of September 14, 2015 to be Sheriff's Week in New York State. The Office of Sheriff was provided for in New York State's first constitution in 1777 and has existed as a continuous protector of the public good ever since.

Sheriff James R. Voutour announced the promotion of Captain Michael P. Dunn to the rank of Chief Deputy. The promotion follows the retirement of long-time Chief Deputy Tom Beatty.

Albany,NY - The New York State Sheriffs’ Association held elections of its board of directors at the 81st Annual Winter Training Conference on Tuesday at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY.