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Self-Destroyed Man

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Philipstown May Expand Tax Breaks

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Proposals raise income limits for seniors, disabled

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

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Highlights of the Dec. 11 meeting

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How They Voted (Congress)

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Select votes by our House and Senate members through Dec. 13

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Calendar highlights from Dec. 14 to 22

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Cannabis Business Approved

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Beacon will have at least three outlets

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Dutchess Legislature Approves Budget

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