William J. Kemble writes in the Daily Freeman new hourly pay rates for the Catskill Rescue Squad employees were approved Tues., Apr. 2, by the Town Board. The board set hourly pay rates at $18 for those with paramedic certification and $17 for those certified as emergency medical technicians. The new rates represent an increase over current rates. Some board members expressed concern the Greene County Emergency Medical System will not be able to provide services because of rising costs. Town Supervisor Joseph Leggio said it's clear costs will be borne by the people using the agency. Read the full story in the Daily Freeman.