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The Highlands Current - News for Philipstown (Cold Spring, Nelsonville, Garrison) and Beacon, New York

March 28, 2023


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William Benjamin is a former Garrison resident.

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Garrison Man Joins Peace Corps in Senegal

By William Benjamin, Contributor | January 3, 2016

Where the “cold” days are 90 degrees

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Six Alternatives to Breakneck

By William Benjamin, Contributor | August 14, 2015

Escape the crowds on these hiking trails

Arts & Leisure

Passive Houses Are Active in Philipstown

By William Benjamin, Contributor | August 8, 2015

Insulation, envelope and circulation are keys to energy savings

Around Town

Cold Spring Fire Company Academy

By William Benjamin, Contributor | August 1, 2015

55 junior firefighters learn lessons of teamwork

Around Town

Assemblywoman Sandy Galef Holds Senior Forum

By William Benjamin, Contributor | July 28, 2015

Experts render a variety of advice

Arts & Leisure

River of Words Poetry Trail Opens at Constitution Marsh

By William Benjamin, Contributor | July 18, 2015

Local elementary students present their winning poems

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