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The Rev. John Williams, rector of St. Andrew & St. Luke Episcopal Church, stands at a parking lot that is the source of a dispute with the City of Beacon. Photo by J. Simms
Posted inBeacon News

Beacon, Church Still at Odds

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms August 4, 2023August 11, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Sides agree to temporary measures for duration of case

Posted inPhilipstown News

Popolopen Bridge Reopens

by Staff August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Storm damage repaired on 9W passage

Power lines on background of sky close-up. Electric hub on pole in monochrome. Electricity equipment with copy space. Wires of high voltage in sky. Electricity industry. Sepia tone.
Posted inAround Town

Central Hudson Asks to Increase Electricity, Gas Rates

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks August 4, 2023September 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Officials say billing fix should come first

Posted inBeacon News

Mail Sorting to Move From Beacon Next Month

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms August 4, 2023September 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Regional hubs one of USPS cost-saving measures

A resident of the donkey corral at Magazzino scratches its back near the hay feeder and a sculpture by Tuscan artist Namsal Siedlecki.
Posted inArts & Leisure

The Donkeys of Philipstown

Avatar photo by Joey Asher August 4, 2023September 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

‘Living art’ stabled behind Italian museum

Posted inPhilipstown News

Putnam Allocates $1 Million for Flood Repairs

Avatar photo by Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Legislature moves $600,000 for ambulance deal; renews sales tax

Judge gavel
Posted inAround Town

Three of ‘Newburgh Four’ Released

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks August 4, 2023January 24, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Case cited as example of FBI entrapment

Deborah Needleman in her Garrison studio A bread basket shoots up,” she says. “But I need a bigger place to grow. I only have 10 varieties here.” She soaks the plant for a day or two before testing its bend to see if it’s ready to use. The willow soaking in the tub in her studio was ready. “I just learned how to do square work, which is different from making a round basket,” she says. “So, I have a ton to learn. Every time I see a beautiful basket I’m like: ‘I want to make that.’ ” Needleman says basket weaving has Photo by M. Boric
Posted inArts & Leisure

The Artist Next Door: Deborah Needleman

Avatar photo by Mackenzie Boric August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

From magazine editor to basket weaver

Posted inOn the Spot

On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 4, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

What song instantly says ‘summer’ to you?

Cucumber-Grape Gazpacho
Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Green Envy

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

A refreshing summer soup, inspired by angry capuchin monkeys

A shadbush blooms in the school garden at Haldane in Cold Spring. Photo by P. Doan
Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Consider the Trees

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Which trees have more resilience against the changing climate?

“Newark Library,” by Amy Becker
Posted inArts & Leisure

Lost Worlds

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Artists examine two antiques: letters and pay phones

Great Hudson River Fish Count, Aug. 5
Posted inCalendar

The Week Ahead

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 4, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Calendar highlights for Aug. 5 to 13

Choro Das 3
Posted inArts & Leisure

Choro Das 3 is in the House

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Brazilian trio will perform at Cold Spring home

Marc Sabin
Posted in5 Questions

5 Questions: Marc Sabin

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 4, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Nelsonville resident working on at African Great Green Wall Project

Posted inPhilipstown News

Farm Fun (Photos)

Avatar photo by Ross Corsair August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Putnam hosts annual Country Fest and 4-H Showcase

Posted inAround Town

Farm Store Opens

Avatar photo by Ross Corsair August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Glynwood offers organic produce, meat, eggs, pick-your-own

Metro North train
Posted inAround Town

Commuter Fares to Rise

by Staff August 4, 2023August 10, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

New pricing takes effect this month

cartoon
Posted inComics & Cartoons

The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly August 4, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Posted inArts & Leisure

Depot Teens Present “The Prom”

Avatar photo by Ross Corsair August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Musical about four Broadway actors who travel to small Indiana town

Sudoku Puzzles
Posted inPuzzles

Week of Aug. 4

by Staff August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Our weekly collection of word and numbers games

Beacon students pose with the U.S. flag after their arrival on June 25 in Germering, Germany.
Posted inBeacon News

Beacon Firm, Parents Launch Student Exchange Program

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms July 28, 2023September 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

School district wrestles with access to ‘signature experiences’

Female spongy moths laying eggs on Mount Beacon
Posted inColumnists

Out There: Mount Beacon Brown-Out

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin July 28, 2023October 13, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

What’s behind those patches on the mountain?

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Posted inElections & Politics

How They Voted (Congress)

Avatar photo by Richard G. Thomas July 28, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Select votes by local members of Congress through July 28

Posted inAround Town

Attorney General Opposes PFAS Settlement

by Staff July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Argues it would leave taxpayers liable

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