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Pete Smith is a freelance writer who lives in Cold Spring.

Posted inAround Town

Garrison’s ‘Monastery for the 21st Century’ Celebrates 10th Anniversary

by Pete Smith April 8, 2013May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

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Blues for Christmas

by Pete Smith December 20, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Avoid being left alone with stressful thoughts and feelings

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County-Based Agency Celebrates 15 Years of Services

by Pete Smith October 8, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Dinner aids mental health, substance abuse counseling

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Downtown Comedy Migrates Upriver

by Pete Smith August 23, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Two Beacon comedians who are alternative, and funny

Posted inPhilipstown News

Nelsonville Board Gives Updates on Road Repairs

by Pete Smith July 30, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Property taxes still due​

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by Pete Smith July 29, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Hotel-restaurant project is sign of ongoing renaissance

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Summer Months Bring Acute Needs to Food Pantry

by Pete Smith June 2, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Slips into the back of people’s minds

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The Fish Were Jumping in the Reservoir

by Pete Smith May 7, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Multiple generations enjoy a favorite event

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New Trustee and New Budget for Nelsonville

by Pete Smith April 23, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

William Duncan sworn in

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100 children in the hunt at McConville Park

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