A lack of funding for the state-run regional communications center in Augusta has contributed to the dispatch service problems 22 Kennebec County communities currently face.
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China Boys Scouts take part in Boy Scout Sunday
The Boy Scouts from Troop 479, along with some of their leaders, provided the morning worship service Feb. 3 during Boy Scout Sunday at the China Baptist Church. The Scouts, under the leadership of Scoutmaster Scott Adams, have taken part in Scout Sunday Worship service for the more than 26 years. Very few Boy Scout […]
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As Fiberight plant nears completion, municipal representatives seek clearer communication
The schedule for completing the facility has been revised three times, delaying its opening a full year, and at the latest meeting town officials voiced their frustrations with mixed messages they’ve received.
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China to consider new records storage room, seek appraisal of land next to causeway
Town Manager Dennis Heath will research the cost of building a 12-foot-by-12-foot Town Office storage space and spend up to $500 to appraise the property, which the town has been considering buying for several years.
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South China’s Pettengill earns rank of Eagle Scout
Friends, family members, elected officials and other Scouts gathered together to honor Rémy Pettengill of Troop 479 for earning his wings — the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. The Eagle is the highest rank that Scouting bestows in the advancement program. Eagle Scout Rémy Pettengill, his family, his Scout leaders, […]
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Reported robbery in China has police searching for 3 suspects
The incident was reported on Alder Park Road by a woman who said her home had been ransacked, according to emergency dispatch reports.
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Tough luck for China residents with plow-damaged mailboxes
A newly adopted policy states that the town will not reimburse individuals for any damage done to their mailboxes, even if town plows or equipment caused the damage.
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Fire destroys garage in China
No one was injured in a blaze on Pleasant View Ridge Road that prompted response from area departments