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Jeff SimmsBeacon Editor

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].

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School district wrestles with access to ‘signature experiences’

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Beacon Woman Dies in Fishkill Creek (Updated)

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Police say victim accidentally fell into water

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Beacon Boardinghouse Denied But Appeal Expected

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Owner wants to rebuild after arson destroyed structure

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Beacon School Board Hit With Another Vacancy

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Board also names new South Avenue principal

Betty Wall stands on a sidewalk between the River Ridge townhouses and the Prophecy Hall site to show proximity. Photos by J. Simms
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Prophecy Hall Clears Hurdles

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Beacon event venue, hotel and cafe appears close 

The Rev. John Williams, rector of St. Andrew & St. Luke Episcopal Church, stands at a parking lot that is the source of a dispute with the City of Beacon. Photo by J. Simms
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Beacon, Church Continue to Spar

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 14, 2023July 18, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

City will provide temporary parking for St. Andrew

The Rev. John Williams, rector of St. Andrew & St. Luke Episcopal Church, stands at a parking lot that is the source of a dispute with the City of Beacon. Photo by J. Simms
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Beacon, Church Clash Over Lot Access

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 7, 2023July 29, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

St. Andrew lawsuit says city violated 1987 agreement

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5 Questions: Jim Martin

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 6, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon veteran honored during Yankees game

Beacon has gone to court to compel the owner of this destroyed home to clean up the Wolcott Avenue parcel. Photo by Valerie Shively
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What’s Next for Beacon Burn Site?

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Boardinghouse owner expected to seek variance

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Beacon: Then, Now and How

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 16, 2023April 16, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Twenty-five years ago, Beacon was falling apart. It has been revived. But at what price?

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Then, Now and How (Part 4)

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 16, 2023April 16, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

We gathered Beacon’s four living mayors for a discussion about change

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5 Questions: Mia Nelsen-Cheyne

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Student helped open thrift store at the Beacon High School

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Where Have the Republicans Gone?

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 9, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Once a GOP stronghold, the city has shifted Democratic

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5 Questions: Micheal Faison

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 9, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Leader of Bosco and the Storm on Beacon’s first Juneteenth celebration

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After Beacon, A New Home

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 2, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Former council member finds Kingston has similar challenges

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Has Beacon Followed Its Own Blueprint?

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 26, 2023February 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Comprehensive plan, last updated in 2017, designed to guide growth

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Was Enough Done to Keep It Affordable?

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 26, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon has relatively high amount, but it may still fall short

Lastar Gorton
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Is There Room for Lower Incomes?

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 26, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon has seen huge economic changes

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Recent History (A Timeline)

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 26, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Highlights from 20 years of growth

A woman operating a heavy duty leaf blower. Leaves being swirled up
Posted inBeacon News

Leaf Blowers Create a Stir

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon council unsure how to proceed

A science teacher at Rombout Middle School in Beacon has been reassigned following complaints about comments she made in the classroom. Photo by Valerie Shivel
Posted inSpecial Reports

Confusion in the Classroom

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms May 12, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

What can a district do when a teacher spreads misinformation?

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Legislator Sponsors Beacon Hotel Tax

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms April 28, 2023May 27, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Would allow city to collect 5 percent on rooms, Airbnb

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Beacon Schools Propose 3.3% Budget Increase

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms April 21, 2023May 27, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Voters will decide May 16; four board seats open

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Sparse Turnout for PILOT Hearing

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms April 14, 2023April 15, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Dutchess IDA to vote on Mirbeau proposal in May

The USPS says it has no plans to close the Beacon post office, although sorting operations may move to Newburgh. Photo by Valerie Shively
Posted inBeacon News

Beacon Post Office to Move Sorting

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Retail services will remain on Main Street

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