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[/private]A fallen birch tree is dotted with polypore mushrooms (Piptoporus betulinus) and dusted with snow in the woods of Petersburgh. Some say this fungus has medicinal qualities. Photo by Trix Niernberger
Petersburgh
Petersburgh Library Events
The Petersburgh Public Library invites everyone to come and learn about the Korean War from John Parkinson on Wednesday, March 16 at 7 pm. Parkinson is one of the people featured in the book “Devotion: an epic story of heroism, friendship, and sacrifice” by Adam Makos. Copies of the book are available at the library if you would like to read the book before the program. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Library Events
PFOA Found In The Petersburgh Municipal Water System
Levels Just Below Critical Threshold
By Doug La Rocque
Initial test results from the New York State Department of Health have found PFOA in Petersburgh’s water supply, at levels between 93.3 and 95.9 parts per trillion. The most recent US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advisory level for PFOA in drinking water is 400 parts per trillion, Region 2 of the Environmental Protection Agency about a month ago said they are developing a “lifetime health advisory level for PFOA” and recommended in the interim that people not consume water with a level at or above 100 ppt. [Read more…] about PFOA Found In The Petersburgh Municipal Water System
Boy Scout Troop 222 Helps Out At Eagle Mills Church
Troop 222 took part in the National celebration for Scouting on Scout Sunday. Troop 222 traveled to Eagle Mills and celebrated the faith of two of their members at the Hope United Methodist Church. [Read more…] about Boy Scout Troop 222 Helps Out At Eagle Mills Church
Eagle Eyes
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What’s for supper? A local Bald Eagle scans the landscape for prey earlier this week. Photo by Christopher Wright[/private]
PVMCC Transformed For Sweet 16 Party
A sweet 16 party for Cora Salvo of Berlin at the PVMCC showed what can be done with the space. A lounge area lit with colorful neon lights formed the centerpiece, with large neon colored paper flowers and neon colored feathers around the room. [Read more…] about PVMCC Transformed For Sweet 16 Party
Concerns About PFOA In Water Near Taconic Plant Bring Media Spotlight
by Alex Brooks
The Petersburgh Town Board began their meeting on Monday February 15 with TV crews crowding the room, after word got out that Taconic is testing groundwater and wells in the vicinity of its property for PFOA contamination. Petersburgh Supervisor Peter Schaaphok said he contacted the environmental compliance officer at Taconic the previous week to ask if they had done any testing and found that she was about to call him about the PFOA issue. [Read more…] about Concerns About PFOA In Water Near Taconic Plant Bring Media Spotlight
Petersburgh Court Room Is Dedicated To Neil Manchester
by Alex Brooks
A gathering was held at the Petersburgh Town Hall on Sunday February 14 to show off the newly-renovated Town Courtroom and to dedicate it to Neil Manchester. The Courtroom was renovated with a $25,000 grant from the State’s Justice Court Assistance Fund. There was a good turnout at the event, and the new courthouse was packed during the dedication ceremony. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Court Room Is Dedicated To Neil Manchester
Wanted: Cancer-Fighting Super Heroes!
The 2016 Bennington County Relay for Life Kick-Off Expo is coming up on Wednesday, February 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Vermon Veteran’s Home, 325 North Street in Bennington. This year’s theme is “Super Heroes,” so come in your best cancer-fighting costime. Prizes will be awarded! [Read more…] about Wanted: Cancer-Fighting Super Heroes!
Lace Up And Run For A Cure
Put Saturday, April 16 on your calendars now for the Fourth Annual “Lace up for a Cure” 5K Run/Walk sponsored by Healers from Here. [Read more…] about Lace Up And Run For A Cure