Opponents and supporters pack chamber before vote

Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong
Armstrong was the founding news editor of The Current (then known as Philipstown.info) in 2010 and later a senior correspondent and contributing editor for the paper. She worked earlier in Washington as a White House correspondent and national affairs reporter and assistant news editor for daily international news services. Location: Cold Spring. Languages: English. Areas of expertise: Politics and government
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Also moves to ban vape shops and suspend Upland development
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Judge Says Neighbors Can’t Intervene in Cell-Tower Suit
Also, Town Board changes zoning law for museums, galleries
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Philipstown Board Appoints New Member
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Mayor says town garage best location for everyone
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