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PENSION AND OTHER BENEFIT PLANS - Deferred Compensation Plans for Directors (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]
Liability accrued for compensation plan	$ 6,891	$ 7,756
Deferred Compensation Plans for Directors | Directors
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]
Deferred compensation arrangement with individual, shares credited (in shares)	138,787	136,256
Liability accrued for compensation plan	$ 5,800	$ 5,500
Expense recognized under plan	$ 200	$ 200	$ 200

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Amount of expense recognized from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments), awarded to key employees or individuals. Excludes amount related to plans that cover generally all employees (for example, but not limited to, qualified pension plans).

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The carrying amount of the liability as of the balance sheet date to an individual under a deferred compensation arrangement. This amount may be the result of periodic accruals made over the period of active employment, or reflect termination benefits resulting contractual terms or a death benefit.

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Number of shares issued pursuant to the terms of a deferred compensation arrangement.

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