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August 2016

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Beacon Obituaries

by Staff August 15, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Boyle, Budryk, Collins, Ferretti, Pickles, Ticehurst

Posted inArts & Leisure

Their Current Address is “Our Town”

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 14, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Cast members, many new to acting, talk about their experience

Posted inAround Town

Beacon vs. Philipstown

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 14, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

A tale of two communities

Posted inAround Town

A Major Local Lift-off

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 14, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Helicopters assist with Aqueduct repairs

Posted inAround Town

Free “Constellation” Family Workshop

by Staff August 14, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Artist and poet will guide kids at Long Dock Park

Posted inBeacon News

Main Street Closure in Beacon

by Staff August 14, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Water and sewer lines to be installed

Posted inPhilipstown News

The Dirt on Dirt Roads

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Highway chief talks gravel, rain and asphalt

Posted inArts & Leisure

It Began with a Newspaper Ad

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 13, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

County Players prepares for 59th season

Posted inBeacon News

Muhammad Short on Signatures in Assembly Bid

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon council rep could run as independent

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Beacon Police Blotter

by Staff August 13, 2016April 12, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

July 29 to Aug. 4, 2016

Posted inBeacon News

Beacon School Board to Fill Vacancies by Appointment

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

District residents will be invited to apply

Posted inAround Town

County Fair Discounts End Aug. 21

by Staff August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Advance admission, ride tickets available

Posted inAround Town

“Sentimental Journey” Returns to Howland

by Staff August 13, 2016August 13, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Concerts sold out in 2015

Posted inArts & Leisure

HVSF to Present “So Please You”

by Staff August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Two free family matinees scheduled

Posted inAround Town

Hudson Valley to Host All-Star Game

by Staff August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Best of Class A league face off Aug. 16

Posted inAround Town

Troopers Talk Down Jumper

by Staff August 13, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Save 21-year-old on Bear Mountain Bridge

Posted inPhilipstown News

Mayor Urges “Close Attention” to Senior Center Deal

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 12, 2016August 11, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

County legislator says lease agreement was discussed openly for months

Posted inPhilipstown News

Officials Look for New Path on Senior Center

Avatar photo by Holly Crocco August 12, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Odell decries “attack” on Ailes; town supervisor optimistic

Posted inArts & Leisure

The Wilder the Better at the Hairdressers Ball

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 12, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Charity show on Aug. 14 includes Cold Spring salon

Posted inArts & Leisure

Second Outdoor Sculpture Destroyed in Beacon

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin August 12, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Vandals again strike Beacon 3D

Posted inAround Town

Photographic Journey

by Staff August 12, 2016August 12, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

RiverWinds Gallery show opens Aug. 13

Posted inArts & Leisure

Mystery Object

by Staff August 11, 2016August 5, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

The story behind a Revolutionary War gun lock

Posted inAround Town

Turkey Survey Underway

by Staff August 11, 2016August 5, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

State needs volunteers to count gobblers

Posted inAround Town

Poet Laureate Applications

by Staff August 11, 2016November 15, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon appointment will begin Jan. 1

Posted inFood

Cook On: Salty Twist

Avatar photo by Mary Ann Ebner August 10, 2016September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

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