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Lawler Hosts Putnam Town Hall

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Fields questions about Social Security, military parade

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Varsity Roundup: Beacon

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The latest in track and field, softball and golf

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The Week Ahead

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Calendar highlights from June 14 to 22

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Town to Bill Garrison’s Landing for Water

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Philipstown also approves zoning for solar

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Varsity Roundup: Haldane

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The latest in track and field and softball

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Fair Street Construction to Begin in Cold Spring

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Also, Community Day scheduled for June 21

Kathleen Bosman, Kelly Ellenwood and Stephen Clair perform together as Saint Rita. Photo by Katy O'Hagan
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A Tribute to Weill and Piaf

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Concert will benefit Beacon exchange program

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Jews in Space

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Garrison filmmakers examine the question

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5 Questions: Dana Rubin

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Beacon resident is author of Speaking While Female

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Butterfield Birthday Bash

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Library celebrates its 100th birthday with a party

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Dutchess Distributes History Funds

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Societies plan programs for Rev250

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Small, Good Things: A Winning Argument

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Smooth and creamy Tinga de Frijoles

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Beacon Ghost Stories

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Tour guide continues Seaman saga

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Clearwater Has Five-Year Plan

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Strategy calls for diversified revenue

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Democrats Split on Hochul Endorsement

by Staff June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Letter offers ‘complete’ support for governor

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Beacon Schools Launch Phone Survey

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Bell-to-bell restriction begins in September

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On The Spot

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What do you think of Ouija boards?

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Ryan to Co-Chair Veteran Caucus

by Staff June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

New group includes Democrats who served

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Putnam OKs Preschool Learning Center

by Staff June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Will cater to students in special education

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How They Voted (Congress)

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Select votes by our House and Senate members through June 13

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CompCord Concert

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Howland Cultural Center hosts annual confluence of eclectic musicians

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Posted inLooking Back

Looking Back in Philipstown

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

What happened this month 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150 and 250 years ago

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Posted inAround Town

Price at the Pump (June)

by Staff June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

The latest local, state and national prices per gallon

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Around Town (Photos)

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Nature Day, big dig, Haldane tradition, nursery service

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Week of June 13

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Our weekly collection of number games and puzzles

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