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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Yahoo
Real ID deadline one month away
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) –Starting May 7th, a standard license or non-driver ID will no longer be accepted to fly within the U.S. Americans will have to have either a REAL ID or an enhanced ID. Both are different from a standard ID because they have emblems on them. Chemung County DMV Deputy Director Janice Farwell says having an Enhanced ID is an upgraded version of the real ID. 'The REAL ID will get you onto domestic flights within the US and into federal buildings. The Enhanced license does that and gets you to Canada, Mexico, some of the Caribbean by land or Sea,' said Farwell. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is urging New Yorkers to apply for a REAL ID or an Enhanced ID now to avoid the last minute rush. 'They should consider getting at least a REAL ID and come to the DMV in the morning or at least before three. we get really busy after three,' added Farwell. If you don't get one of them by the May 7th deadline, you don't have to worry unless you are flying in the near future. 'That's fine. We can still do it after the deadline. They just may not have an approved federal ID to get on a domestic flight. So, if they plan on getting on a flight, they want to be sure they have it before then.' Farwell says there is no additional fee for a REAL ID if you are renewing. There is a $30 extra fee to get an Enhanced ID. You can visit Enhanced or REAL ID | NY DMV for a list of documents needed in order to apply. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Yahoo
Audit of Canton Police's handling of Sandra Birchmore death says all procedures were followed
As part of the 200-page audit into the Canton Police Department released Tuesday, the audit team determined all procedures were followed related to officers' investigation into the death of Sandra Birchmore. Birchmore was found dead in her apartment at Windsor Woods 3307 on February 4, 2021. Canton Police initially ruled her death a suicide by hanging, but in the years since, former Stoughton Police Officer Matthew Farwell has been charged with her murder. According to court documents, Farwell was one of three Stoughton officers who had an inappropriate relationship with Sandra when she was a young teen in the Stoughton Police Department's Explorers Program. Investigators believe Farwell killed Sandra when she was 23 years old after learning she was pregnant with his baby. He was also a married father of three at the time. The night of Birchmore's death, the 5 Stones Intelligence Audit Team determined Canton Police officers 'followed all procedures related to crime scene preservation.' The timeline is as follows below: On February 6, 2021, two days after she was found dead, 5 Stones Intelligence said that Canton Police received 'critical' information from two witnesses who said Birchmore had been dating a police officer, who didn't want the baby, 'and if Birchmore did not get an abortion, he [boyfriend] would take care of the problem himself.' After identifying that Farwell was present at Birchmore's apartment on the night of her death, and establishing he was involved in a long-standing intimate relationship with her, Chief Helena Rafferty advised the audit team that after February 6, investigative authority into Birchmore's death was turned over to the Massachusetts State Police and Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey's Office. Pursuant to Canton Police's handling of the investigation, the audit team recommended the following: Officers should digitally photograph all crime scenes and sketch the scene. Chief of the Investigations Division should review all death investigation police reports to ensure completeness, accuracy and exhaustion of all investigative avenues prior to being finalized. Canton Police should remain involved in death investigations that occur within the Town of Canton. 'Town officials and the Police Audit Committee are now carefully reviewing the findings to assess any necessary next steps,' audit committee chair Robert McCarthy shared in a written statement. 'The committee is committed to working with all stakeholders, including the police department, town leadership, and residents to ensure that any recommendations are thoughtfully considered and appropriately implemented.' A spokesperson for the Canton Police Department told Boston 25 News on Tuesday they had yet to review the full 200-page audit. The full audit can be on the town's website here. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Children's charity co-founder Eddie Farwell dies
The co-founder of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) has died, the charity has said. Eddie Farwell set up the charity with his late wife Jill in 1991 from their home in north Devon after two of their children were diagnosed with a rare degenerative genetic disorder. The charity said the former CEO, who retired in 2024, died on Thursday after he lost his battle with motor neurone disease. Mr Farwell's daughter, Lizzy, said: "Something I have always admired about my dad is his ability to inspire others, make people feel at ease and to warm their hearts in such a positive way, whether he has known them for five minutes or for 10 years." Lizzy said her father's diagnosis in 2024 was a "huge shock" but that he had always maintained a sense of humour. "I was with him right to the very end," she said. "He was so incredibly brave and I have lost a huge part of me in dad and miss him so much already. "I take comfort from the fact that he is now at peace with my beautiful mum, brother and sister," she added. The Farwells founded the charity after their two eldest children, Katie and Tom, were diagnosed with a condition that meant they would not live to adulthood. At the time, the family's only opportunity for respite was by travelling to Helen House children's hospice in Oxford. The centre inspired Jill and Eddie to establish a similar charity for families in the South West. The charity's new CEO, Phil Morris, said: "The heartfelt response to this news is a testament to the remarkable gift that Eddie bestowed upon our region. "It was an honour to meet him to hear his story and advice. "As the newly appointed CEO, I am dedicated to preserving Eddie's legacy, advancing his mission, and ensuring that CHSW continues to evolve to make the most of short and precious lives now and beyond the horizon." Tricia Morris, chair of trustees for Children's Hospice South West, said Mr Farwell was a remarkable man. "Words do not adequately describe the legacy he leaves," she said. "In his 20 years as chief executive he has crafted a very special, caring and supportive organisation. "Children's Hospice South West is like an extended family, not just for the babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families but for our staff, volunteers and supporters." The charity said Mr Farwell was awarded an MBE for his services to charity and children's palliative care in December 2014. It said his legacy was three hospices; Little Bridge House in north Devon, Charlton Farm in north Somerset and Little Harbour near St Austell in Cornwall. Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Hospice celebrates 25th anniversary Children's Hospice South West
BBC News
28-03-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Children's Hospice South West co-founder Eddie Farwell dies
The co-founder of Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) has died, the charity has said. Eddie Farwell set up the charity with his late wife Jill in 1991 from their home in north Devon after two of their children were diagnosed with a rare degenerative genetic charity said the former CEO, who retired in 2024, died on Thursday after he lost his battle with motor neurone Farwell's daughter, Lizzy, said: "Something I have always admired about my dad is his ability to inspire others, make people feel at ease and to warm their hearts in such a positive way, whether he has known them for five minutes or for 10 years." Lizzy said her father's diagnosis in 2024 was a "huge shock" but that he had always maintained a sense of humour."I was with him right to the very end," she said. "He was so incredibly brave and I have lost a huge part of me in dad and miss him so much already. "I take comfort from the fact that he is now at peace with my beautiful mum, brother and sister," she Farwells founded the charity after their two eldest children, Katie and Tom, were diagnosed with a condition that meant they would not live to adulthood. At the time, the family's only opportunity for respite was by travelling to Helen House children's hospice in centre inspired Jill and Eddie to establish a similar charity for families in the South charity's new CEO, Phil Morris, said: "The heartfelt response to this news is a testament to the remarkable gift that Eddie bestowed upon our region. "It was an honour to meet him to hear his story and advice. "As the newly appointed CEO, I am dedicated to preserving Eddie's legacy, advancing his mission, and ensuring that CHSW continues to evolve to make the most of short and precious lives now and beyond the horizon." Tricia Morris, chair of trustees for Children's Hospice South West, said Mr Farwell was a remarkable man. "Words do not adequately describe the legacy he leaves," she said."In his 20 years as chief executive he has crafted a very special, caring and supportive organisation. "Children's Hospice South West is like an extended family, not just for the babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families but for our staff, volunteers and supporters."The charity said Mr Farwell was awarded an MBE for his services to charity and children's palliative care in December said his legacy was three hospices; Little Bridge House in north Devon, Charlton Farm in north Somerset and Little Harbour near St Austell in Cornwall.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Yahoo
Sandra Birchmore's cousin: ‘Our work is just beginning'
(NewsNation) — The cousin of Sandra Birchmore, a pregnant woman allegedly killed by a former police detective, tells NewsNation's Ashleigh Banfield that her 'work is just beginning.' 'There were quite a few people who exploited and groomed Sandra,' Barbara Wright said Thursday on 'Banfield.' 'They need to be brought to justice, as well.' Birchmore's family has questioned the official ruling of suicide and said she was groomed and sexually abused by three police officers. They filed a wrongful death suit against the department, accusing them of negligent hiring, negligent supervision and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Ellen Greenberg's death staged to look like suicide: Neuropathologist Birchmore, 23, was found dead at her Canton, Massachusetts, apartment in 2021. She was pregnant. Originally ruled a suicide, former detective Matthew G. Farwell of Stoughton, Mass., was indicted for her death in August 2024. Farwell allegedly killed Birchmore in February 2021 by strangulation and 'staged' her Canton apartment 'to make it appear as if Birchmore had committed suicide,' court records stated. Wright said she believes her cousin's story would have been 'swept under the rug' if it weren't for Melissa Berry, an administrator for the Facebook page 'Justice for Sandra Birchmore.' 'I don't think he (Farwell) would have stopped,' Wright added. 'He would have gone on and hurt another person.' NewsNation's Safia Samee Ali contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
