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Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.

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Maloney Tests Positive For COVID-19

by Staff January 11, 2022March 3, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Congressman is isolating with cold-like symptoms

Baby and Dog
Posted inAround Town

Baby and Dog

by Staff January 8, 2022February 11, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Not just a baby, not just a dog, but both…

Cartoon
Posted inComics & Cartoons

The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly January 8, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Continental Commons
Posted inAround Town

In Latest Lawsuit, Developer Claims Rights Violations

Avatar photo by Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Again targets Fishkill board over Continental Commons

Posted inAround Town

State Parks Launches Geocache Challenge

by Staff January 8, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Treasure hunt continues into April

Julie Shiroishi
Posted inBeacon News

Democrats Name Dutchess Chair

by Staff January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon resident will lead party

jake and david in store
Posted inArts & Leisure

Saved by Banjos

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon shop hung on by strings during shutdown

Posted inAround Town

Probe Finds Prisons Used Faulty Drug Tests

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks January 8, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Inmates punished with solitary confinement

The Smile of December
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Rescued, and Discarded

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon writer digs out manuscript — and starts over

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 8, 2022January 5, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

What’s in your favorite breakfast?

Collin Milone
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5 Questions: Collin Milone

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms January 8, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Assistant to Beacon’s mayor since 2018

Roast Broccoli and Za’atar Chickpeas with Tahini-Yogurt sauce
Posted inFood

Mouths To Feed: Far Flung

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

The humble voyage of the sesame seed

Posted inAround Town

Climate Plans Coming into Focus

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

State asks public for input

The Reformed Church of Beacon
Posted inBeacon News

Two Beacon Projects on Agenda

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Planning Board to review development plans

Dandelions blooming in December
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Roots and Shoots: New Year’s Resolutions

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Dandelions in December

“Patient and Plant," by March Avery
Posted inArts & Leisure

Across Generations

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney January 8, 2022January 8, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

“Two Artists & a Critic” by March Avery

candles
Posted inObituaries

Beacon Obituaries

by Staff January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Claver Allman, Joe Condon Jr., Nancy Eraca, Greta Kapusinsky, Ruth Schiller, Kenneth Tomlins

Flowers for Scout at BJs
Posted inBeacon News

‘Scout’ Killed in Christmas Day Stabbing

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms January 7, 2022April 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Man of few words was well-known around Beacon 

Putnam Command Squad
Posted inPhilipstown News

New Putnam Sheriff Names Command Team

by Staff January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Kevin McConville sworn in on Dec. 30

Putnam County courthouse
Posted inPhilipstown News

Putnam Legislature Picks Sullivan as Leader

Avatar photo by Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Philipstown rep offers sole ‘no’ vote

Dominic Cheli
Posted inCalendar

The Week Ahead

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan January 7, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Calendar highlights from Jan. 8 to 16

police line january 6
Posted inAround Town

Update: Jan. 6 Arrests

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe January 7, 2022January 22, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

707 people face charges, including 9 locals

Haldane school board
Posted inPhilipstown News

Catching Up with the Haldane School Board

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe January 7, 2022January 27, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Highlights from 2021-22 meetings

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Posted inPhilipstown News

Catching Up with the Garrison School Board

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Highlights from 2021-22 meetings

Garrison School Board
Posted inPhilipstown News

Guns, Schools and Safety

by Staff January 7, 2022April 18, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Garrison school board members react to Michigan shooting

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