By SYDNEY KENT
Stephen Pastore, a probation officer with the Wells County Probation Department, has been sworn in as assistant chief probation officer in the Wells Circuit Court.
Pastore explained that the role is new to the department, with the position still in preliminary stages of development.
“I’m excited,” Pastore said. “This is a great opportunity to expand on some projects we’re working on to provide better service to the county and community.”
Chief Probation Officer Greg Werich said he recommended Pastore for the position, which he has advocated for over the last several years.
“It’s important for continuity of leadership when I’m gone,” Werich explained. “This is my now 37th year as a probation officer, 26 years here. I hired Stephen out of an internship. I’ve seen him grow and take interest. This will be a natural role for him.”
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