One of most active volunteers in Beacon

Jeff Simms
Jeff Simms has covered Beacon for The Current since 2015. He studied journalism at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. From there he worked as a reporter for the tri-weekly Watauga Democrat in Boone and the daily Carroll County Times in Westminster, Maryland, before transitioning into nonprofit communications in Washington, D.C., and New York City. He can be reached at [email protected].
Beacon on Board with Power Proposal
Council votes to join renewable energy plan
Investigation Concludes Beacon Student’s Rights Violated
Former school board president alleged discrimination against son
Public Hearing on Beacon Comp Plan Expected on Feb. 6
Calls for park zoning along waterfront, less development
State Pumps Millions in Development Dollars into Region
Dennings Point improvements among projects funded
Employed But Still Struggling?
Two new reports investigate cost of living in Hudson Valley
Long Dock Expansion Approved
Park is part of Beacon’s waterfront revitalization
Investigation of Beacon Schools Ends Quietly
Former board president alleged discrimination
Beacon Passes Safe-Storage Gun Law
Gun locks will be available from Beacon police
Bright Lights, Small City
Beacon and Cold Spring are converting street bulbs, but are they too strong?
Beacon Comp Plan Nearly Complete
Hearing on 10-year strategy for growth set for January
Beacon Schools to Students: You’re Safe Here
Also, district responds to lawsuit over spending records
Long Dock Expansion Moves Closer to Vote
River pool appears unlikely to be part of plan
School Board: No Fire Station at Sargent Elementary
Vote eliminates one of Beacon department’s best options, and maybe two
Beacon Council Takes Gun Law Back for Review
No further public hearings may be required
Proposed Dutchess Budget Includes Tax Break
Town hall forum planned in Beacon for Nov. 17
When Your Backyard Forest Goes to the Birds
Nov. 5 workshop offers guidance on creating sanctuary
Spectra Gas Pipeline Days From Operation
Opponents warn of catastrophic safety risk