Highlands Current, The

The Highlands Current is an independent nonprofit news organization serving communities in New York’s Hudson Highlands, including Philipstown and Beacon. Established in 2010 by Philipstown resident Gordon Stewart as Philipstown.Info, the outlet was created to provide balanced and reliable coverage of local news and civic affairs. A print edition launched in 2012, and in 2016 the publication was renamed The Highlands Current to reflect expanded regional coverage. Published weekly in print and updated daily online, the newspaper delivers nonpartisan reporting on government, education, arts, environment, business, and community life. Its mission is to serve as a trusted source of information while providing a forum for diverse perspectives and reflecting the varied experiences of its readers. The publication is distributed free of charge to maximize public access to local journalism. The Highlands Current operates as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its primary revenue comes from reader memberships, a program launched in 2019, as well as local advertising and tax-deductible donations. A member of The Trust Project, the newsroom adheres to rigorous standards of accuracy and transparency. The publication has earned numerous state and national awards, underscoring its commitment to high-quality journalism and civic engagement.