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The Rockland County Legislature has recognized the Rockland County Sheriffs Office for successfully achieving reaccreditation by New York State.

The Rockland County Sheriffs Office has reached a true and impressive milestone the reaccreditation of all four of its divisions: the Police, Civil Enforcement, Communications and Corrections Divisions, Rockland County Legislator Aron Wieder said. Its an impressive achievement because of the 62 counties in the state of New York, the Rockland County Sheriffs Office is one of only four counties that have all divisions within their departments accredited.

The Rockland Sheriffs Office had to undergo a rigorous professional assessment and had to demonstrate that each division complied with the professional standards of law enforcement established by the New York State Sheriffs Association and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services.

In addition to the reaccreditation of each division, the Corrections Divisions Medical Care Services has earned accreditation from the National Commission On Correctional Health Care, again, only after meeting strict standards.

When we talk about these achievements, we need to understand that there are real people men and women who have worked tremendously hard under the leadership of Sheriff Louis Falco III to rise up to these standards and to continue to abide by them, Legislator Wieder said.

The department also includes multiple specialty units Crime Scene Investigation, Bomb Unit, Fire Investigation, K9, a Mounted Unit, Marine Patrol, Tactical Response and Computer Crimes Investigation.

The Rockland County Sheriffs Office is one of 165 out of a total of 546 law enforcement agencies in the state that are accredited, Sheriff Louis Falco III said. He also said accreditation was important because it led to greater administrative and operational effectiveness; promoted public transparency; diminished the vulnerability to lawsuits; offered assurance of fair recruitment and promotions; and promoted greater public confidence in the Sheriffs Office.

This recognition is truly a testament to the hard work, dedication and professionalism of the men and women of the Rockland County Sheriffs Office, Sheriff Falco said. These accreditations are arduous undertakings done by individual divisions and individual members of the divisions that were assigned to achieve this goal and meet the standards.

Among its work, the Sheriffs Office annually removes hundreds of drunk drivers from our roads and goes into schools with driving simulators to teach students about the dangers of drinking and driving and texting and driving.

When you call 911, its a Sheriffs Dispatcher who answers that lifeline and sends help, whether its because a senior citizen has fallen, a group of hikers is lost in the woods, theres a car accident or as happened Friday, a massive brush fire has broken out and quickly spread. When a stranger attacked a group of innocent people celebrating Hanukah several years ago, the Sheriffs Office was there to help aid victims and to search for the attacker.

We are all better off because the Rockland County Sheriffs Office actively engages in ways to be as professional and efficient as possible, with the good of the community always in mind, Rockland County Legislature Chairman Jay Hood Jr. said.

In honor of their efforts and in recognition of achieving reaccreditation, the Rockland County Legislatures highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award, was presented to the Rockland County Sheriffs Office.

The Communications Division was also cited with a Proclamation as part of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. Dispatchers do not simply answer the phone and then send someone else to actually help. Repeatedly, the Sheriffs 911 dispatchers have provided instructions over the phone that have helped save lives.

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Danny Bonaduce recently posted pictures of himself visiting the house from his old sitcom.

By Chad Langen| Published 24 hours ago

Danny Bonaduce, the former child star known for his role in the 1970s television show The Partridge Family, recently took to Twitter to share a bundle of photos of himself visiting the iconic Partridge Family house a few years back. The images were posted in response to several of his followers messaging him about the demolition of the home. In his caption, Bonaduce wrote, I was lucky that I got to see it for the last time before lockdown in early 2020.

The Partridge Family, which aired from 1970 to 1974, followed the lives of a family band and their misadventures on the road. The show was a hit with audiences and helped to launch the careers of several young actors, including Bonaduce. He played the mischievous middle child Danny Partridge on the show and has remained a beloved figure in pop culture.

Following his turn on The Partridge Family, Danny Bonaduce went on to have a successful career in radio hosting several popular talk shows. He also made appearance in numerous TV shows and films over the years, including CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Monk, and Dr. Dolittle 3. In recent years, he has continued to work as a radio host, actor, and reality television personality.

Along with Danny Bonaduce sharing the photos of his visit to the Partridge Family home on social media, his wife Amy wrote chronicled the trip to the house in her personal blog, The Clipboard of Fun. In her blog post, she recounted the couples experience during the visit, supplemented by more pictures of the home. After writing that Danny is frequently approached by fans of all ages to express their love of the show, she added, What a legacy.

The Partridge Family house, which served as the exterior set for the familys home on the show, was located on the 40-acre backlot of Warner Bros. Studio Ranch in Burbank, California. It remained largely unchanged since the shows original run. However, the property has been sold several times over the years and was demolished to make way for a new development.

For fans of The Partridge Family, the razing of the iconic home is bittersweet. The show, which captured the spirit of the 1970s with its upbeat music and colorful fashion, remains a beloved part of pop culture. While the show itself will always live on, the loss of the Partridge Family home is being felt by fans around the world.

Despite the sadness surrounding the demolition of the home, the images of Danny Bonaduces visit to the Partridge Family house are a reminder of the enduring legacy of the series and its cast. The actor, who has remained an adored personality in the entertainment industry, continues to connect with his fans through his social media presence and public appearances. Bonaduce sharing the photos from his visit to the iconic home is just one example of the special bond that exists between fans and the actors who bring their favorite characters to life.

In the end, the demolition of the Partridge Family house is a reminder of the fleeting nature of the entertainment industry. While TV shows and movies can capture our hearts and imaginations, they are ultimately just temporary artifacts of our time. However, the memories and connections made through cultural touchstones like The Partridge Family can last a lifetime, and for its fans, the show and its iconic home will always hold a special place in their hearts.

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Austin (KXAN) The U.S. Supreme Court sided Wednesday with Texas inmate Rodney Reed, with the majority of the justices agreeing that a lower court had wrongfully dismissed a lawsuit Reed filed seeking further DNA testing of crime scene evidence, such as the murder weapon, in his death-row case.

For years, Reeds defense team has fought for additional DNA testing. The latest Supreme Court decision relates to a lawsuit Reed filed to ultimately get more testing done.

You can read the full Supreme Court opinion here.

The issue before the Supreme Court traced back to a 2014 motion Reed filed in Texas state court requesting DNA testing on certain evidence, including a belt believed to have been used to strangle the 1996 murder victim, 19-year-old Stacey Stites. Reeds motion was denied by a state court, in part because the evidence was not well preserved. Reed later sued in federal court, arguing that the laws stringent chain-of-custody requirement was unconstitutional, according to the opinion.

A federal district court dismissed that lawsuit, and the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal on the ground that the claim was filed too late, according to the Supreme Court opinion. Reeds argument to the Supreme Court, which the court agreed with, was that the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals was wrong in saying the claim was too late.

This opinion today means that (Reed) has the opportunity to continue to fight to get DNA testing. It means that he can go back to the Fifth Circuit and hopefully get more arguments and get more of an opportunity to argue that he is entitled, under the Texas post-conviction DNA testing statute to get DNA testing, said Jane Pucher, a senior staff attorney with the Innocence Project representing Reed.

Pucher said one of the most basic things in crime scene investigation, when someone is killed, is testing the murder weapon.

Thats all that Mr. Reed has been asking to do here, and the state has routinely refused to agree to that testing, and hes been shut out of court until this moment, she said.

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh delivered the opinion and was joined by justices John Roberts, Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, Amy Coney Barrett and Ketanji Brown Jackson. Justice Clarence Thomas wrote a dissenting opinion, and Samuel Alito also wrote a dissenting opinion joined by Neil Gorsuch.

In his dissenting opinion, Alito said the statute of limitations on Reeds claim, which was filed on August 8, 2019, was two years. The critical question was when the 2-year statute of limitations began to run or accrued. Alito disagreed that statute of limitations began to run after the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied a rehearing on Oct. 4, 2017.

There is room for debate about exactly when Reeds DNA testing claim accrued, but in my view, the notion that this did not take place until rehearing was denied is clearly wrong, Alito wrote.

Reed has been on death row since his conviction in Bastrop in 1997, but he has maintained his innocence. Reed is represented by The Innocence Project. His defense teams continued work on the case has unearthed new evidence that, they say, warrants a new trial.

Aside from the Supreme Court opinion, Reed has two petitions still pending in the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.

KXAN has also requested an interview or statement by email from Bastrop District Attorney Bryan Goertz, a prosecutor in the case. Goertz did not immediately respond.

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A Crime Scene Investigation van and a police car were seen at Hill Top, Little Lever, at around 6pm on Monday April 17.

Police have now confirmed that they attended after a vehicle was reported as stolen, and that they managed to locate it.

A spokesperson for GMP said: Police were called after someone reported their car as stolen, which took us to the end of Hill Top.

We located it, and the investigation is still ongoing.

Cllr Sean Hornby, who represents Little Lever on Bolton Council, previously said that he had been contacted by a number of residents who were concerned as to what was going on.

He said: Its nothing too serious, but there was still a crime committed, and a vehicle was stolen.

There were no cordons in place and GMP previously assured the public that they were not aware of any serious incidents in the area during that evening.

Greater Manchester Police have explained that CSI units can be called out for a wide variety of reasons related to their investigations even if an ongoing incident or emergency is not underway at the time.

A small group of officers had left the scene on Hill Top by shortly after 7pm, not long after they had first been called out.

Anyone with any concerns or any further information about this or any other suspected incidents in their areascan contact police on 101 or 999 in the event of an emergency.

Alternatively, witnesses can call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

If you have a story and something you would like to highlight in the community, please email me atjasmine.jackson@newsquest.co.ukor DM me on Twitter@JournoJasmine.

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Cheers is a beloved, feel-good sitcom that centers around the titular Boston bar and the many colorful patrons and workers who socialize there. The celebrated comedy ran from 1982 to 1993 for eleven seasons and received 28 Primetime Emmy Awards during its highly-buzzed about tenure. The show's massive series finale was watched by a whopping 80.4 million viewers, becoming the most-watched episode of the '90s and cementing its legacy as one of televisions most esteemed gems.

The long-running sitcom helped launch the careers of stars like Ted Danson, Woody Harrelson, and Kirstie Alley and continuously lands on numerous critics lists of the best TV shows of all time to this day. It has been 30 years since the lovable bar misfits said their goodbyes, so lets take a look at what the cast has been up to since the final curtain drop.

Ted Danson starred as resident ladies' man and proprietor of the titular Boston bar Sam Malone, who has an arduous will-they-or-won't-they relationship with Diane before later pursuing Rebecca Howe. Throughout the celebrated show's eleven seasons, Danson won two Golden Globes and two Primetime Emmys, and would later reprise his character in cameo appearances in the spin-off Frasier.

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The seasoned actor quickly went on to find more success with lead roles in popular shows such as Becker, Damages, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and Curb Your Enthusiasm, and most recently won audiences over with his portrayal of the devious Michael in The Good Place. He remains a decorated and highly sought-after film and TV star who is also a very vocal activist in ocean conservation and environmentalism.

Shelley Long portrayed the chic and savvy graduate student-turned-waitress Diane Chambers, who captured the hearts of both audiences and Sam Malone throughout the show's first five seasons. The book smart Diane was initially a fish out of water at the bar but ultimately came into her own and gained confidence throughout her tenure.

Long decided to leave the sitcom in 1987, partially to spend time with her daughter. In an interview with Where Are They Now, Long said she "didn't want to keep doing the same episode over and over again and the same story. I didn't want it to become old and stale." The Golden Globe-winning actress would go on to appear in shows like 8 Simple Rules, Frasier, and Yes Dear, and most notably as DeDe Pritchett on Modern Family.

The sassy and feisty cocktail waitress Carla Tortelli constantly complains about the many colorful patrons of the bar and never shies away from making cynical comments about her fellow friends. The wise-cracking Carla is regularly at odds with her arch-nemesis Diane and is close with Sam and Coach throughout the series.

Rhea Perlman won four Emmy Awards for her role and memorably starred alongside her husband Danny DeVito in the '90s fantasy classic Matilda as well as in films like Sing, Funny Face, and You People, and in the sitcom The Mindy Project. Perlman also shared the stage with daughter Lucy DeVito in the off-Broadway play Love, Loss, and What I Wore.

Cheers regular Norm Peterson was famous for giving loud greetings to those at the bar, hilariously announcing his arrival as he sat in the same seat throughout the show's eleven years. The beer-loving, sardonic customer was only one of three characters (along with Sam and Carla) to appear in every episode of the sitcom, hilariously racking up a huge tab during its run.

After the conclusion of Cheers, George Wendt made numerous television appearances in shows like The Simpsons, The Larry Sanders Show, The Goldbergs, and Family Guy, and most recently in the reality singing competition program The Masked Singer.

Nicholas Colasanto was a decorated performer with an impressive acting resume that included roles in films like Raging Bull and Family Plot, and he directed episodes of popular TV shows such as Hawaii Five-O, Bananza, Starsky & Hutch, and Hitch. The World War II veteran became a beloved household name when he took on the role of Ernie "Coach" Pantusso in Cheers, portraying the witty and warm-hearted bartender who had a penchant for being forgetful.

Colasanto sadly passed away on February 12, 1985, from a heart attack following a battle with heart disease, and Woody Harrelson's character was brought on in Season 4 as a tie-in with Coach and to honor his legacy.

Local know-it-all and the often insufferable barfly Cliff Clavin was best friends with fellow patron Norm, with the postal worker serving as a fountain of nonsensical knowledge that often exasperated his buddies. John Ratzenberger drew inspiration for the role from a police officer he knew back in his hometown of Bridgeport, Connecticut after the actor initially auditioned for the role of Norm.

Ratzenberger is a beloved Pixar legend, having lent his voice to smash hits like Monster's Inc., Cars, and The Incredibles, and as Hamm in the blockbuster franchise Toy Story. In 2023, he appeared in an episode of Poker Face as Abe the mechanic, opposite Natasha Lyonne.

The dim-witted but charming Woody Boyd arrived at Cheers in search of his "pen pal" Coach and was ultimately hired on as bartender when Sam told him about the lovable character's untimely passing. Having traveled from the Midwest to the Boston bar, the kind-hearted Woody was taken under Sam's wing and quickly became a fan-favorite on the show. Woody Harrelson starred as the aptly named character from 1985 to 1993, earning an Emmy Award and becoming a household name in the process.

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He found immense success in both TV and film, nabbing three Oscar nominations throughout his career and delivering phenomenal performances in movies like The People vs. Larry Flynt, Zombieland, No Country For Old Men, and as Haymitch Abernathy in The Hunger Games franchise. He is set to portray E. Howard Hunt in the upcoming satirical political series White House Plumbers on HBO.

Cheers breakout star Kelsey Grammer joined the show in the Season 3 premiere, with his character serving as a new love interest for Diane following her breakup with Sam. Frasier Crane was primarily introduced as Sam's main romantic rival for Diane's affections, with the psychiatrist getting swept up in a love triangle with the duo in his early seasons. Many viewers did not initially embrace Frasier, as they believed he came between Sam and Diane, but he would go on to become a popular regular at the bar and with the sitcom.

Grammer was only supposed to appear in a few episodes of Cheers, but his compelling portrayal earned appreciation from executives and his role was extended. The actor was given his own spin-off Frasier in 1993, which ran for eleven seasons and won a whopping thirty-seven Primetime Emmy Awards. Grammer later appeared in shows like 30 Rock, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Boss, and will once again reprise his role as Frasier Crane in a revival spin-off at Paramount+ later this year.

After Shelley Long departed the series after five seasons, Kirstie Alley was brought in as Sam's new female foil Rebecca Howe, beating out fellow actresses like Kim Cattrall and Sharon Stone for the role. The often neurotic and delightfully eccentric Rebecca immediately caught the eye of Sam, and he would attempt to pursue a romantic relationship with her throughout much of her time on the show. Alley went on to win both a Golden Globe and Emmy Award in 1991 for her lively performance as the endearing waitress and bar manager.

Alley's popularity skyrocketed when she joined Cheers, with the actress starring in films like Look Who's Talking (and its two sequels), Madhouse, and Sibling Rivalry during its run. She would go on to nab roles in shows like The Last Don, Hot in Cleveland, and King of Queens, and appeared as a contestant on Dancing with the Stars and The Masked Singer in 2022. Alley sadly passed away from stage four colon cancer on December 4, 2022, with her fellow Cheers castmates paying tribute to the late actress.

The uptight Dr. Lilith Sternin was first introduced as a romantic partner for Frasier during the fourth season, though their date does not go well due to her disdain for the bar and his behavior while in it. Despite a rocky beginning, the duo eventually have a long and complicated relationship that includes them getting married and having a son named Frederick.

Bebe Neuwirth would reprise her role in Frasier, and the actress won two Emmy Awards for her time as the tightly-wound psychiatrist. After the show, she starred in TV dramas like Madam Secretary, Blue Bloods, and The Good Fight, and most recently appeared as Avis DeVoto in the HBO Max series Julia.

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