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Mouths to Feed: Peas and Cues

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Beacon to the Rescue

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New shop survives because of early sales

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We’re in the “Oh geez, this sucks” phase of the gardening season.

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A decade later, The Current is thriving

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Village Board Accepts Resignation

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Beacon School Board Member Resigns

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 3, 2020July 4, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Also: Superintendent contract extended five years

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Calendar highlights from July 4 through July 12

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Reporter’s Notebook: The Art of Arts

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Highlights from 10 years of coverage

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Pick-Your-Own in the COVID Era

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Farms balance high season with safety

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Arts, cultural spots prepare to reopen in Phase 4

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Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Weapons, calls, interactions all part of discussion

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by Staff July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Discussions continue about plea deal

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by Staff July 3, 2020July 3, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

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