Johnston rescue squad gets ultimatum

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PRINCETON -- The mostly volunteer group that has responded to mayhem in this tiny town for nearly 40 years is on the cusp of wrenching change.

Because of its own miscues, the Princeton Rescue Squad faces either demise or drastically reduced autonomy, Johnston County officials say. The county is poised to take tough action against the squad after violations such as falsifying departure times and improperly treating cardiac patients.

An advisory board decided Thursday that the squad must choose by next week among three options: pay for county paramedics until its own staff meets standards, allow the county to provide paramedics permanently, or face being shut down entirely.

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