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End of Watch Memorial: Constable Tarun Bali
ThinBlueNews remembers Constable Tarun Bali of the Ontario Provincial Police, who died in the line of duty on June 9, 2026.
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Carrier Mills Officer Honored After CPR Response Helped Save Resident
Carrier Mills Police Officer Graves received a lifesaving award after KBSI reported she performed CPR during a May 26 medical emergency until EMS took over care.
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Palm Beach County Dispatcher Honored After 40-Minute Crisis Call Helped Save a Life
The Florida Sheriffs Association named Palm Beach County Communications Officer Cheree Raymond its 2026 Dispatcher of the Year after a 40-minute crisis call helped end with a peaceful surrender.
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Columbus Officer Gloria West Named Hometown Hero After Burning-Vehicle Rescue
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Ohio recognized Columbus Police Officer Gloria West after officials said she pulled a driver from a burning vehicle.
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End of Watch Memorial: Constable Marc Pinizzotto
ThinBlueNews remembers Constable Marc Pinizzotto of the Toronto Police Service, who died in the line of duty on June 11, 2026.
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Vermont State Police Detective Jesse Dambrackas Receives DOJ Hometown Hero Award
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Vermont recognized State Police Detective Trooper Jesse Dambrackas with a Hometown Hero Award for task-force work and public service.
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Westminster Animal Officer Pulls Luna the Dog From Deep Golf Course Pond
Westminster Police said Animal Management Officer Wood used a leash and towel to lift Luna from a deep golf course pond before the dog was evaluated and reunited with family.
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Elkton Officer Honored After AED Response Helped Save Man at Soccer Park
Elkton Police Officer Warren Kuhl received a lifesaving plaque and pin after local reports said he used an AED during a May 9 cardiac emergency at Ackerman Memorial Park.
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Carrier Mills Police Officer Graves received a lifesaving award after KBSI reported she performed CPR during a May 26 medical emergency until EMS took over care.
Read story Palm Beach County Dispatcher Honored After 40-Minute Crisis Call Helped Save a Life
The Florida Sheriffs Association named Palm Beach County Communications Officer Cheree Raymond its 2026 Dispatcher of the Year after a 40-minute crisis call helped end with a peaceful surrender.
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Savannah Police Department Welcomes Newest Member: ‘Goose the Therapy Dog’
The Savannah Police Department has just welcomed their newest member, and it’s not a human! Meet “Goose”, the SPD’s newest therapy dog. Goose is a 11 week old Labrador puppy, who will be providing emotional support and comfort to those in need in the Savannah community. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a closer look at Goose and how he will be making a difference in the lives of many.
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