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Bomb squad determines it was inert

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Putnam Recognizes History Champs

by Staff June 21, 2024June 21, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Awards given as part of Putnam County Day

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Beacon Schools Respond to Lawsuit

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 21, 2024June 21, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

District says ex-principal’s claims lack evidence

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How They Voted (Congress)

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Select votes by local members of Congress through June 21

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Current Hires Reporter for Summer

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Marist student will write features

Posted inBeacon News

Juneteenth in Beacon

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Celebrating freedom at Seeger Park

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Nancy Ann Musacchio (1936-2024)

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Longtime Elks member first woman to run for city office

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Defeat rival Fanta Orange, 4-0

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Worth one laugh…

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Baby and Dog

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

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Week of June 21

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Our weekly collection of word and numbers games

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Putnam Sheriff Reports Series of Thefts

by Staff June 18, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Items stolen from unlocked cars

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Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin June 18, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Superfund law approved, but others don’t get to floor

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Heat Advisory in Effect

by Staff June 18, 2024June 18, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Continues through Thursday as temperatures soar

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Chief Frost Takes His Leave

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 15, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Retires after nearly 41 years with Beacon police force

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Foundry Montessori school presents parable

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Haldane Hires Interim Leader

Avatar photo by Joey Asher June 15, 2024June 21, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Taps former Garrison leader for 2024-25

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Burglars Strike Beacon, Philipstown Jewelry Stores

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe June 15, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Two suspects arrested in New Jersey

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Posted inElections & Politics

How They Voted (Congress)

Avatar photo by Myron Struck June 15, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Select votes by local members of Congress through June 14

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Who Will Watch the Kids?

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 14, 2024July 19, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Child care shortages weigh on parents, providers

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Cuts Parking Fees in Half

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 14, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Lowers $4 per hour to $2, will extend time limit

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Beacon Schools Weigh Cellphone Restrictions

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 14, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Superintendent says changes possible in the fall

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Dutchess County Brothers Guilty in Jan. 6 Attack

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe June 14, 2024January 23, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Uncle also convicted in D.C. jury trial

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Ava Fisherman by Ava Fisherman June 14, 2024May 7, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

An ode — and guide — to the sweetest season

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Beacon Hearings Set for Capital Projects, New Laws

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

City Council will hear feedback at June 17 meeting

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