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Advocates for ideas and draws conclusions based on the author/producer’s interpretation of facts and data.

Mahammar (Sumac) Chicken
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Small, Good Things: Such Sweet Sour

Avatar photo by Joe Dizney September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Sumac takes a starring role

cartoon
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The Cartoon

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

Worth one laugh…

During the drought, this Joe pye weed withered and died in one section while another section bloomed. (Photo by P. Doan)
Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Plant Breeding for Beginners

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 16, 2022September 25, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Save seeds from your drought-hardy plants

Korean-flavored Pork Bowl with Kale and Carrots
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Mouths to Feed: Constant Cravings

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 16, 2022September 16, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

A dinner that’s in heavy rotation

Cartoon
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The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly September 16, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

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The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly September 9, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Put your roof and downspouts to work collecting rainwater. Photo by P. Doan
Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: What to Do About the Water

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Rain barrels for everyone!

Eggplant Salad, Beet and Goat Cheese Sandwich (Photo by Henry Weed)
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Mouths to Feed: One Not For the Road

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

A messy sandwich is a good sandwich

Gretchen Dykstra (center) with two Polish volunteers
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My View: What I Did This Summer

by Contributor September 2, 2022December 12, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Tired of just sending checks, Cold Spring resident went to Poland

The New York State Capitol building in Albany
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Letter: Abortion Law

by Contributor September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Assemblywoman: What New York law says

cartoon
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The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly September 2, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Esquites, Bean & Cherry Tomato Salad
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Small, Good Things: Navigating the Maize

Avatar photo by Joe Dizney August 26, 2022August 26, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

An optimal dish for a suboptimal corn season

Earth day diversity and cultural celebration as diverse global cultures and multi-cultural unity.
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Living Green: Climate Justice

Krystal Ford by Krystal Ford August 26, 2022August 27, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

The impacts of climate change will not be borne equally

The Cartoon
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The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly August 26, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Rock St Wall
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Letter: Rock Street Wall

by Contributor August 22, 2022August 24, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Writer: Stone wall creates dangerous situation

No-Cook Tomato Soup with Dilled Goat Cheese
Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: A Dill Detour

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 19, 2022August 19, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Basil’s not the only herb that goes with tomatoes

This tenacious cactus has survived in a box with no soil or care for more than a year. Photo by P. Doan
Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Last Plant Standing

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 19, 2022August 19, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Prickly Pear Cactus, it’s your time to shine

cartoon
Posted inComics & Cartoons

The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly August 19, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

A tree-lined street in Newburgh
Posted inColumnists

Out There: Seeing the City for the Trees

Brian PJ Cronin by Brian PJ Cronin August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

New map shows the value of Newburgh’s greenery

cold spring boat club
Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: Boat Club

by Contributor August 12, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Writer: Village Board needs to enforce terms of lease

The Cartoon
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The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly August 12, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

The current condition of the lawn can be a good motivator to plant something different. Photo by P. Doan
Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Better Choices for Dry Lawns

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 5, 2022August 5, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Drought-tolerant alternatives to turf grasses

Cartoon
Posted inComics & Cartoons

The Cartoon

Avatar photo by Dave Coverly August 5, 2022December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Worth one laugh…

Black Bean Salad with Lime-Ginger-Coconut Dressing
Posted inFood

Small, Good Things: Life in the Tropics

Avatar photo by Joe Dizney July 29, 2022August 1, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

What to cook when it’s too hot to cook

Krystal Ford redecorated her family's home in Garrison mostly with preowned furniture and decor. RMC Real Estate Photography
Posted inColumnists

Living Green: Re-Re-Decorating

Krystal Ford by Krystal Ford July 29, 2022July 29, 2022 Why you can trust The Current

Getting better at repairing, reusing and repurposing

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