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Brown fundraises in Pike MILFORD — A fundraiser was held on Aug. 8 at the American Legion in Milford for Republican candidate Rosemary Brown for state Representative of the 189th District. Organizers said the fundraiser was a great success and allowed Brown to meet and talk to voters about herself, and to gather input as to what the taxpayers of her district want to see happen in the future. Voters are welcome to log onto her site brownforrep.com to find out more about this young Republican candidate’s positions on the issues. Church barbecue and auction Dingmans Ferry — The Dingmans Ferry United Methodist Church’s annual chicken barbecue & country auction will be held on Aug. 21, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auction bidding begins at 1 p.m. So come early to look over the auction items. Located at 115 Myck Road, Dingmans Ferry, 570- 828-2288 Carney to attend Dem’s picnic GREENTOWN — As the sprint to the November elections continues, Rep. Chris Carney will attend The Pike County Democratic Committee 2010 Family Picnic to be held Sunday Aug. 22, from noon to 3 p.m. at Promised Land State Park Pavillion #2CCC in Greentown, Admission tickets are available for purchase at the event at $10 per person and $25.00 per family. Full standard picnic fare will be served, including: wings, ribs, burgers, hot dogs, salads, soft drinks, and snack foods. For additional information please visit the PCDC website at www.pikedemocrats.org. The picnic is an opportunity to meet Congressman Carney and other Pike County Democrats, while enjoying a great picnic in a fun-filled atmosphere and discussing public issues.