Associated Press

Only one day after officially assuming control of Iowa Telecom, the Windstream Corp. announced plans for layoffs in Newton.

Windstream officials said Thursday the restructuring affects its operations in both Iowa and Minnesota.

Officials say the plan includes eliminating approximately 60 positions, including 35 in Newton, as of Aug. 2. The positions being cut are mostly in accounting, finance and marketing.

Officials say the affected employees may apply for other jobs with the company or receive severance benefits.

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