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Gregory Purdy Jr. pushes on a barricade on Jan. 6. His distinctive jacket was entered into evidence at trial. FBI
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Dutchess County Brothers Guilty in Jan. 6 Attack

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe June 14, 2024January 23, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Uncle also convicted in D.C. jury trial

Kathryn Belous-Boyle christened a Riverkeeper boat named for her late husband.
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Riverkeeper Christens New Monitoring Boat

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Named for founder Bob Boyle

HHFT says the riverside trail north of Little Stony Point, shown here in an architect’s rendering, would include a boulder edge and planted buffer. (SCAPE)
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Fjord Trail Report Delayed

by Staff June 14, 2024June 13, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Draft now expected in early fall

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Around Town (Photos)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 16, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Nicholas Kristof visit, lifesaving firefighter, pipe band visits Normandy

Real Estate Market Report
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Real Estate Market Report (May)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The latest data on home sales, listings and prices in the Highlands

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Price at the Pump (June)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The latest local, state and national prices per gallon

Honor Roll
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College Deans’ Lists (2023-24)

by Staff June 14, 2024September 25, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Local students recognized for academic achievements

Bear Mountain Bridge Bridges and Tunnels
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Pleas Grow for Bridge Fencing

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 7, 2024January 14, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Lawmakers, advocates call for suicide barriers

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Hochul Hits ‘Pause’ on Manhattan Toll

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

MTA planned to impose $15 fee starting this month

Around the Region
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Around the Region

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

News from beyond the Highlands

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Around Town (Photos)

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Dad trolley, DIY rescues, student honored

Clearwater
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Clearwater Finds Safe Harbor

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin June 4, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Raises $347,000 to surpass emergency fundraising goal

Windows were open on May 21 at Haldane as temperatures hit 88 degrees outside. Photo by J. Asher
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Too Hot to Learn, or Teach?

Avatar photo by Joey Asher May 31, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Amid global warming, schools seek ways to cool classrooms

Around the Region
Posted inAround Town

Around the Region

by Staff May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

News from beyond the Highlands

Posted inAround Town

Current Wins State Awards

by Staff May 31, 2024June 1, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Honored twice for Beacon series

Memorial Day
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Around Town (Photos)

Avatar photo by Ross Corsair May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Memorial Day ceremonies in Philipstown and Beacon

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Climate Grants for Young People

by Staff May 31, 2024August 26, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Groups will provide up to $5,000

Money making idea. Light bulb with Dollar symbol.
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Central Hudson Outlines Bill Impacts

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks May 29, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Higher rates proposed for electricity, gas

Dot and Buster (left) pose for a family photo in March 1944 while Buster was home on leave before departing for Europe. His parents, Albert and Mary Johnson, are at right.
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‘Dear Mom and Dad’

Avatar photo by Michael Turton May 27, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon resident transcribes soldier’s wartime letters

Small American flags and headstones at National cemetary- Memorial Day display
Posted inAround Town

In Memoriam

by Staff May 27, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Remembering those who sacrificed their lives

NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
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Former Hudson Valley Hospital Employee Sues

by Staff May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Denied religious exemption for flu vaccine

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HHLT Applies to Renew Accreditation

by Staff May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Public comments sought through June

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Hunger Rises in Dutchess, Putnam

by Staff May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

More residents considered food insecure

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Study: Lawler Among Most Bipartisan

by Staff May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Ryan ranked No. 74 of 436

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U.S. House Approves River Barge Ban

by Staff May 24, 2024May 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Provision now goes to Senate

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