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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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Price at the Pump (June)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The latest local, state and national prices per gallon

Gloria O’Dell
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Gloria O’Dell (1945-2024)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Former teaching assistant at Haldane

Joseph Powers
Posted inObituaries

Joseph Powers (1929-2024)

by Staff June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon resident was longtime corrections officer

Honor Roll
Posted inAround Town

College Deans’ Lists (2023-24)

by Staff June 14, 2024September 25, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Local students recognized for academic achievements

Police siren
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Beacon Man Charged in Killing

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 12, 2024June 14, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Accused of 2022 shooting at Forrestal Heights

Urcell Chamberlain
Posted inObituaries

Urcell Chamberlain (1924-2024)

by Staff June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon resident, native of Jamaica, loved gardening

Peter Goetz
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Peter Goetz

by Staff June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring attorney loved flying, travel

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Wildfires: What Are The Risks? (Part 2)

Richard Kreitner by Richard Kreitner June 7, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

It’s unlikely the Highlands would see a disaster as in Maui. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t concerns.

Bear Mountain Bridge Bridges and Tunnels
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Pleas Grow for Bridge Fencing

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 7, 2024January 14, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Lawmakers, advocates call for suicide barriers

Florence Northcutt at the dedication of Northcutt Hall in 2022 Photo by Ross Corsair
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A Fitting Tribute

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 7, 2024June 8, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Howland Center fundraises for portico, and beyond, to honor Northcutt

Shakespeare
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What? No Shakespeare?

Avatar photo by Marc Ferris June 7, 2024August 30, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Not so fast, says festival

Bear Mountain Bridge
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Editor’s Notebook: Surviving Bear Mountain

Chip Rowe by Chip Rowe June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

A few people get a second chance

Posted inArts & Leisure

Q&A: Allison Pataki

Avatar photo by Marc Ferris June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Bestselling author discusses her writing process

Putnam County purple
Posted inPhilipstown News

Democrats See ‘Purple’ Putnam

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 7, 2024December 28, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Registration parity fuels hopes for more offices

A snapping turtle in a happier place
Posted inColumnists

Out There: Why Did the Turtle Cross the Road?

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

How to safely move a snapping turtle

New York City traffic
Posted inAround Town

Hochul Hits ‘Pause’ on Manhattan Toll

Leonard Sparks by Leonard Sparks June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

MTA planned to impose $15 fee starting this month

Posted inFood

Small, Good Things: Messing With The Formula

Avatar photo by Joe Dizney June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The third generation of a “kid stuff” cookie

Book covers
Posted inArts & Leisure

Notable Books by Local Authors

by Staff June 7, 2024June 8, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

New reads by neighbors

Posted inSports

Varsity Roundup

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The latest in track and field, softball and golf

Around the Region
Posted inAround Town

Around the Region

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

News from beyond the Highlands

black hockey puck on ice rink
Posted inSports

New Hockey Team in the Highlands

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Franchise moving to Newburgh in fall

Garrison Landing flooding
Posted inPhilipstown News

Loans Available for Local Flood Damage

by Staff June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Federal outreach center opens in Highlands Falls

Posted inCalendar

The Week Ahead

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan June 7, 2024August 3, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Calendar highlights from June 8 to 16

From left: Dimitri Archip, Popa Chubby, Tom Papadatos, Arthur Neilson and Edwin Cartagena Photo by Amy Kubik
Posted inArts & Leisure

The Distillery with a House Band

Avatar photo by Marc Ferris June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon’s ‘Mr. Blues’ organizes a rotation

Wastewater from the Beacon treatment plant is being tested for the virus that causes COVID-19.
Posted inBeacon News

Illegal Sewer Connections Must Be Closed

Jeff Simms by Jeff Simms June 7, 2024June 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon now requires proof of termination

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