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Sheriffs across Massachusetts have requested $241 million to repair and renovate their jails

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Source: The Daily Star

Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is seeking $27 million in state funding to renovate the Dartmouth House of Correction. This would allow him to close the 148-year-old Ash Street Jail. Heroux faces competition from other Massachusetts sheriffs also seeking funds…

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