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Congressman Murphy Visits The Area On Labor Day Weekend

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Congressman Scott Murphy (NY-20) will attend a series of events across the Eastwick Area on Labor Day weekend.
Chatham
Congressman Murphy will visit the Columbia County Fair at the Columbia County Fairgrounds in Chatham at 1 pm on Saturday, September 5.
Petersburgh
The Congressman will hold a Congress-On-Your-Corner with citizens and local officials in Petersburgh at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center, 71 Main Street, at 11:30 am on Monday, September 7.
Schaghticoke
Congressman Murphy will visit the Rensselaer County Fair in Schaghticoke at 2 pm on Monday, September 7.

Petersburgh Fire Auxiliary Charlie Dog Fund Raiser

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The Petersburgh Fire Auxiliary will hold a Charlie Hot Dog Fund Raiser at the Fire House on Thursday, September 17, beginning at 5 pm. We’ll be there until the dogs are gone. Pre-orders may be called in ahead of time to Janet at 658-3053.
The prices are $.75 each, $4.50 for a half dozen and $ 9 for a dozen. We’d appreciate the community stopping by to support our endeavor.

Letter To The Editor – Praising The Petersburgh Summer Programs

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Dear Editor,
Too often letters placed in the paper are to voice concerns or complaints in regards to the goings on in our Eastwick communities. This letter is not intended to voice any concerns or complaints. This letter is to acknowledge, if not commend, Petersburgh’s Recreation and Swim Program that was held for our children earlier this summer.
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Area Students Honored For Academics At SUNY Canton

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SUNY Canton President Joseph L. Kennedy and the College’s deans have released the honor roll for the Spring 2009 Semester.
Rebecca A. Fischer of Petersburgh, made President’s List. Fischer is a Veterinary Science Technology major who is a 2007 graduate of Berlin Central High School.
Tyler J. Purdy of Stephentown, made Dean’s List. Purdy is a Civil Engineering Technology major who is a 2007 graduate of Berlin Central High School.