The Fayette Select Board discussed ongoing efforts to address concerns over inequitable pricing for internet service, and offered support for a bill to give county commissioners greater flexibility in setting municipal tax payment schedules.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Freedom is being sued over a road. In Maine, that’s not uncommon
There are hundreds of ‘problem roads’ in Maine, one expert says, pitting landowners against the general public.
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Why Maine’s abandoned roads lead to lawsuits
The law around abandoned roads is tricky, often pitting public use against private land ownership.
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Shelly Fitzgerald of Rome named Neighbors Driving Neighbor president
The organization provides free transportation for for adults in Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon, Readfield, Rome and Vienna for medical appointments, errands, exercise sessions, classes, shopping, socialization and volunteering.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Politics
State Rep. Frost reports on legislative efforts to Fayette Select Board
Sharon Frost addressed local concerns and encouraged public involvement in state policymaking.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Fayette board reviews infrastructure, internet pricing, website updates
The Fayette Select Board reviewed infrastructure projects funded by a $3.1 million surplus, discussed Fidium internet pricing inequities, and unveiled updates to the town’s website at their Jan. 7 meeting.
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Quilters convene at Starling Hall in Fayette
A quilting group co-hosted by Fayette’s All Ages Friendly Group meets once a month at Starling Hall.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Local Government, News
Mount Vernon begins talks to hire town manager, expand Select Board
The changes would need to be approved at a town meeting, officials said.
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Fayette Select Board awards public works garage roof contract
Exterior specialist Troy Trimble recommended AdvanTech sheathing as the preferred material for the project.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Hawaii man who talked to jurors in Augusta courthouse elevator indicted on tampering charges
Estevan C. Hartley, while at the Capital Judicial Center, allegedly told jurors if they were picked for his trial, he was an innocent man.