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Mining: A Journey Through Local History Underground

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 14, 2013September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

From a Thomas Edison invention to the solving of a 50-year mystery, local mines are rich with stories

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Just Be Willing to Sing

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney January 13, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Cat Guthrie starts two community choirs, open to all

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Glam Rock Returns With Ziggy Stardust Tribute Concert

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney January 11, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Rock boot-camp band celebrates 40th anniversary of David Bowie classic

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Dia:Beacon Musical Tour and High School Artists Highlighted in January’s Second Saturday

Avatar photo by Christine Simek January 10, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

The first Second Saturday of 2013 is already here

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Depot Docs: Which Way Home

by James O'Barr January 6, 2013January 21, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Unaccompanied child migrants who try to cross the U.S.-Mexico border

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Stories of Community Spirit in 2012

by Staff December 31, 2012May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Articles on people coming together for a cause

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Then & Now: Julia Butterfield Library

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The latest in our series of historic photos

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Christmas Traditions Reach Back Centuries and from Ireland to the Balkans

Avatar photo by Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong December 22, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Ever wonder where we got all the hoopla associated with Christmas?

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Donna Lynne Champlin Is Working for a Living

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney December 17, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

OBIE-winning actress currently stars in the musical Working

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Winter Concerts at Schools Celebrate the Season

by Staff December 16, 2012December 18, 2012 Why you can trust The Current

Haldane and Garrison School showcase musical efforts

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St. Philip’s Choir Sings Messiah at Sunday Service

Avatar photo by Jeanne Tao December 7, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Small-town choir with big-time talent tackles holiday favorite

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Beacon Second Saturday Event Adorned With Holiday Cheer

Avatar photo by Christine Simek December 6, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Festivities to feature art, music, shopping and Santa

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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Arrives at Depot Theatre

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney December 6, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Youth Players present Barbara Robinson’s Christmas classic

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Autumn Photofest Part II

by Staff December 4, 2012September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

More fall photos from local photographers

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The Upjohns in Cold Spring and Garrison

by Staff December 4, 2012December 4, 2012 Why you can trust The Current

The legacy of an architectural dynasty

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Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree!

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 1, 2012February 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Many locals stick with tradition and buy a real tree

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From 10516 With Love: Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney December 1, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Haldane show is “not just a concert — it’s a concert for a reason”

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Butterfield Library Focus Group’s Goal to Better Serve Community

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney November 30, 2012March 28, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Small groups meet to back-and-forth ideas; next session is Dec. 1

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To Autumn, by John Keats

by Staff November 25, 2012September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Illustrated with fall photos by local photographers

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Comhaltas in the Hudson Valley Keeping the Tradition Alive

Avatar photo by Jeanne Tao November 23, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Irish sessions draw aficionados to various locales in Philipstown

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This Mouse Has Moxie: A Little Country That Could

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney November 23, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Haldane Drama presents The Mouse That Roared

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Thanksgiving Trivia: Time to Talk Turkey

by Staff November 21, 2012November 20, 2012 Why you can trust The Current

Just how well do you know your Thanksgiving traditions?

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Thanksgiving 2012: Beyond the Turkey and Stuffing

Avatar photo by Michael Turton November 21, 2012September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Local residents weigh in on what makes it a special holiday

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Depot Docs: Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present

by James O'Barr November 20, 2012January 21, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Friday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

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Sunken Mine Road Hike: A Morning Exploration

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney November 18, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Walk includes birds, wildlife, plants, mushrooms and a beaver pond

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