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Real Estate Market Report

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

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Demand from outbreaks fuels shortages

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County, state and federal elected officials are seated

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Elks donation, green meets blue, dance performance, remembering Jan. 6

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Spots available, first-day hike

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Phase 1 of Fjord Trail Gets OK

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State finds no adverse environmental impact

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2022, Updated

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With 2023 fast approaching, our reporters updated select stories from the past year

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State Bans ‘Puppy Mill’ Sales

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Advocates say breeders harm pets, consumers

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Foundation Awards $130K

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Group serves Dutchess, Putnam

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New programs aim to reverse worker shortage

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Feds search for home for Indian Point fuel

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Last-Minute Giving Guide 2022

by Staff December 23, 2022January 1, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

A directory of local nonprofits

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Short winter days dampen mood, energy, focus

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Among changes to remove Confederate images

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$1 more an hour in Hudson Valley

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No stores yet in Hudson Valley

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Sax appeal, bake sale, stocking winners, new fire officers, carolers

VIENNA, AUSTRIA - DECEMBER 17, 2014: The Nativity paint in presbytery of Salesianerkirche church by Giovanni Antonio Pellegrini (1725-1727).
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Local schedule for Dec. 24 and 25

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State Considers Fine for Central Hudson

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Report says employees warned of ‘major’ billing issues

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