- Ralph Pettorossi on Firehouse Under Contract: “The entire $1.8 million should be set aside for firematic purposes only.” Jul 14, 12:46
- on Did Lawler Rep Join Anti-Lawler Chat?: “So now the discombobulated Dems are angry that someone is using their own dirty tricks? That’s rich. Can’t make this…” Jul 14, 10:55
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “The confidential casting of a ballot is a cornerstone of democracy. It protects individuals from retaliation, groupthink and political pressure,…” Jul 13, 23:10
- on Surprise from the Sky: “Crazy story but even crazier when I learned a bird in California dropped a dead squirrel on my ex-husband’s head…” Jul 13, 20:51
- on Cold Spring Pauses Food Truck Requests: “I’m with Aaron and Eliza on this one. Once again the NIMBY fraternity gets its way. Kathleen is doing great…” Jul 13, 11:20
- on Matt Hutchins: “I was greatly saddened to hear the news of his passing; we followed Matt wherever his culinary inspiration led, and…” Jul 12, 21:30
- on Report: Maloney Eyes Return: “I am a lifelong, straight-blue-line voting Democrat, and I say no to Sean Patrick Maloney. He lost to Mike Lawler because…” Jul 12, 19:50
- on Beyond the Grid: Home Energy: “Passive homes are great, but what about our existing homes? You can follow Sustainable Putnam’s 7 Steps to Clean Home…” Jul 12, 07:15
- on Beyond the Grid: Home Energy: “Visual Harmony with Nature: Earth tones mimic the colors found in soil, rocks, plants, and wood, making them ideal for…” Jul 11, 21:00
- on Surprise from the Sky: “Mike Turton’s reporting on the last moments of Lucy the koi fish — the story, the sources, the reporter’s voice…” Jul 11, 20:54
- on Surprise from the Sky: “A delightful story — except for poor Lucy the koi — well told!” Jul 11, 20:53
- on How They Voted (Congress): “Here’s some local news we don’t read about enough: Even before July 4, the heat in the Hudson Valley this…” Jul 11, 14:18
- on Around Town (Photos): “My wife and I have lived in Cold Spring for more than 20 years, and finally felt moved on July…” Jul 11, 14:17
- on Lawler Holds Final Town Hall: “In New York and some other states, undocumented immigrants can receive benefits for emergency care, pregnancy and for children.” Jul 10, 22:43
- on A Madcap Comedy of Errors: “So far this year I’ve seen Henry IV 1 & 2 in Brooklyn, Denzel Washington on Broadway as Othello and…” Jul 10, 22:41
- on Beacon to Newburgh Ferry Scuttled: “Everything is done in the name of tourism. When will we do something for the residents? [via Facebook]” Jul 10, 22:40
- on Beacon to Newburgh Ferry Scuttled: “The ferry was a daily event for me for nearly 13 years, and the NY Waterway captains and staff were…” Jul 10, 22:40
- on Beacon to Newburgh Ferry Scuttled: “For many it’s easier and much faster to take the ferry, and parking at the Beacon station can be hard…” Jul 10, 22:40
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “We find it deeply troubling that Grace Kennedy, co-chair of the Philipstown Democratic Committee, chose to publicly disclose how two…” Jul 10, 21:58
- on Steven Loria (1963-2025): “How terrible to read of Steven’s death. What a tragedy in these hardest of days. I send my love.” Jul 10, 16:03
- on Beacon’s Ace of Bass: “While Nate Allen is a great bassist what makes him really great is that he is a wonderful person. I…” Jul 10, 10:06
- on Michael Gilligan (1936-2025): “I have traveled many miles and exposed a lot of footage with Mike Gilligan. He made the time fly and…” Jul 9, 15:38
- on ICE Conducts Raid in Beacon: “While I was heartened to see many fellow neighbors condemn the unconstitutional and illegal thuggery of ICE raids in Beacon,…” Jul 8, 23:11
- on Marking 15 Years: One Vision Now Shared by Many: “I would like to congratulate The Highlands Current on its 15th anniversary. Your dedication to local journalism is exemplary and…” Jul 8, 23:09
- on ICE Conducts Raid in Beacon: “It is appalling to see the racism and dehumanizing language used by certain letter writers to The Current on the…” Jul 6, 15:58
- on Beacon to Newburgh Ferry Scuttled: “Perhaps the MTA should look at why expanding the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry has worked and take some of that lesson and…” Jul 5, 17:08
- on Reporter’s Notebook: The Current Turns 15: “I very much like your newspaper. I only wish that your coverage area included Putnam Valley.” Jul 5, 00:17
- on Marking 15 Years: One Vision Now Shared by Many: “I’m so grateful for founder Gordon Stewart, and his intelligence and generosity, especially in the unpleasant context of the time.” Jul 4, 21:23
- on Beacon to Newburgh Ferry Scuttled: “We have a few functioning and potential docks in Beacon. Schooner Apollonia docks at Long Dock whenever it visits, for…” Jul 4, 16:41
- on Cold Spring May Regulate Food Trucks: “I do hope that the Trustee Emerita and the standing Trustee will bring their comments to the public hearing where…” Jul 1, 10:49
- on ICE Conducts Raid in Beacon: “I am surprised and saddened to see such hateful comments published in this newspaper.” Jun 30, 07:33
- on A Tartan of Its Own: “I loved this article. Not only did I learn something — how interesting the meaning behind the vibrant tartan James…” Jun 29, 17:24
- on A Madcap Comedy of Errors: “I’m looking forward to seeing Shakespeare at Hudson Valley Shakespeare.” Jun 29, 00:26
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “Nancy and Judy are also elected officials, and fine ones at that. When the co-chair of the local Democratic Party…” Jun 28, 15:45
- on The Current Hires Summer Reporter: “It’s always nice to see an ambitious young person starting out. I wish him best of luck; he will be…” Jun 28, 14:03
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “Nat Prentice would have had the endorsement from the Philipstown Democratic Committee if Nancy Montgomery or Judy Farrell, two of…” Jun 28, 12:57
- on ICE Conducts Raid in Beacon: “I found the actions of the Biden administration despicable, especially concerning the border. I can’t blame the people who swarmed…” Jun 28, 12:41
- on A Tartan of Its Own: “Congratulations to the Highlands Pipe Band and to James – well done!” Jun 28, 11:00
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “Ben Cheah is one of the most gracious people I know and would never do anything to create divisions. The…” Jun 28, 10:21
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “Thank you Grace. You and the Philipstown Democrats also worked hard and, with Ned and Ben, ran a positive and…” Jun 28, 09:05
- on ICE Conducts Raid in Beacon: “It is not a felonious crime to cross the border without documentation. By law, it’s a misdemeanor equivalent to driving…” Jun 28, 07:18
- on Pizza Around Back: “I’m also not vegan but honestly haven’t found a tastier pizza than Trixies anywhere close to Beacon. They’re usually hard…” Jun 27, 20:04
- on Prentice, Rauch Win Democratic Lines: “Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates on a thoughtful and hard-fought campaign, and to Nat Prentice and Ned Rauch on…” Jun 27, 12:13
- on Wild Lines: “Love this gorgeous and engagingly subtle ceramic animals that Bob Barry made. They’re like meditation pieces.” Jun 27, 02:49
