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A former longtime national magazine editor, Rowe has worked at newspapers in Michigan, Idaho and South Dakota and has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in journalism from Northwestern University. He can be reached at [email protected].

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The uncertain future of farming in the Hudson Valley…

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A connoisseur’s guide to local soil

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Montgomery Takes District 1 Seat (Updated)

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Odell wins second full term as county executive

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Other Election Results

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Maloney, Galef win re-election

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Serino Appears to Keep Senate Seat

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Defeats Democratic challenger at polls, 50-48

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Jacobson Wins State Assembly Race

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Will succeed late Frank Skartados

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The uncertain future of farming in the Hudson Valley

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What happened this month 25, 50, 75, 100, 125 and 150 years ago

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Ailes Biopic Stops in Philipstown

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Film examines influence of former Fox News chief on local politics

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Mold Found at Beacon High

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Quickly remedied but tests will continue

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Jacobson Wins Democratic Nod for 104

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Will face Scott Manley to fill Skartados seat

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Maloney Finishes Third in AG Primary

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Will continue campaign to retain House seat

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Putnam Ballot Set for November

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Fleming and Odell each on three ballot lines

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What happened this month 25, 50, 75, 100, 125 and 150 years ago

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Ballots Nearly Set for November (Updated)

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Odell outspends Fleming 36-to-1 in county executive race

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2-Minute News Quiz

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5 questions about stories in the July 27 issue

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Garrison School Board Passes Climate-Change Resolution

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After debate, calls on elected officials to take action

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Does the Man Owe You Money? (2018 Edition)

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$5 million in unclaimed funds due Highlands residents

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2-Minute News Quiz

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5 questions about the June 22 issue

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Opponents, and Campaign, React to Charge Odell Got Discounts

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Report claims Putnam executive paid less for club catering

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5 questions about the June 15 issue

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