Should you use a ladder to climb a mountain?

Brian PJ Cronin
Brian PJ Cronin has reported for The Current since 2014, primarily on environmental issues. The Beacon resident, who is a graduate of Skidmore College, teaches journalism at Marist University and was formerly director of alumni relations at The Storm King School. In addition to The Current, he has written for Hudson Valley Parent, Organic Hudson Valley, The Times Herald-Record and Chronogram.
Small Pieces, Big Problems
The Hudson River is filling with microplastics. What is the effect? Scientists aren’t sure yet, but no one thinks it’s good.
Questions for Candidates: Dutchess Legislators
Hopefuls for two districts that include Beacon respond
Out There: Running Circles Around Racism
A race that follows the boundaries of redlining
5 Questions: Bevis Longstreth
Garrison resident was member of state decarbonization panel
Out There: Don’t Just Stand There, Bust a Rib
You’ll feel better (eventually)
‘Hate Has No Home Here’
Dutchess activists raise funds for anti-bias yard signs