Three community members donated money to buy the department ballistic vests and helmets, spurred by November’s fatal shootings.

A passerby helped resident Gilbert Shaw from his home on River Road, which was destroyed in the fire.

Steve and Christine Coombs, owners of a deteriorating dam on Branch Pond in China, have refused to fix the structure despite nearly two years of prodding from state officials.

People will get a chance to try outdoor activities that include not only skiing, but also snowshoeing, a toboggan hill and a maze made out of recycled Christmas trees.

After the trial program begins July 1, the transfer station will accept only the program’s bags until a November referendum on the program.

The fire department is working with the American Red Cross to install smoke detectors in more than 30 households in town.

The body of David Chamberlain, 60, was found in the rubble at 17 Pooler’s Parkway after a fire was reported Monday at 3:30 a.m.