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Pamela Doan, who lives in Philipstown, has been reporting for The Current since 2013. She can be reached at [email protected].

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The glory of Carex species

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Discussing the controversial herbicide

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Gallery show openings in Beacon on Oct. 12

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How to create a meaningful meadow

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Never a bad time to grow raspberries

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Time to plant fall veggies

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