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Fourteen people were rescued or assisted to safety from flooded Alabama caves after Jackson County responders, Hollywood police, cave rescue teams and swift-water teams coordinated during a flash flood emergency.
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ThinBlueNews remembers Wildlife Officer Julian L. Keen, Jr. of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on the anniversary of his End of Watch, June 14, 2020.
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office recognized Providence Police Lt. Patrick Potter as a Hometown Hero for leadership during the Brown University shooting response.
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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 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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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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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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Fourteen people were rescued or assisted to safety from flooded Alabama caves after Jackson County responders, Hollywood police, cave rescue teams and swift-water teams coordinated during a flash flood emergency.
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Manteo Police Sergeant Billy Deaton, Officer Shannon Epps and Officer Dalton Gross were honored with Lifesaving Awards after a condominium fire evacuation and a vehicle-in-water rescue.
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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 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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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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