About Beacon Borough

Welcome to Beacon Borough, your essential resource for news, culture, and community happenings in Beacon, New York. Our publication is dedicated to showcasing the vibrant life and artistry that defines this unique Hudson Valley city.

At Beacon Borough, we believe in the power of local stories. Our team of passionate writers and contributors are committed to bringing you engaging articles that span a wide array of topics, including local events, art exhibitions, business spotlights, outdoor activities, and interviews with the individuals who shape our community.

Whether you're a lifelong resident or a newcomer, our goal is to connect you with the heartbeat of Beacon. We strive to foster a sense of community and encourage participation from all who call Beacon home.

Join us as we explore the rich history, diverse culture, and bright future of Beacon. Together, we can celebrate the spirit that makes our city truly exceptional.

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Editorial Team

Director

Horacio LeeH
Horacio Lee

Horacio Lee serves as the director of Beacon Borough, guiding the publication's coverage of the Hudson Valley community. With a focus on local stories and civic engagement, he brings a decade of editorial leadership to the city's vibrant narrative.

Editors

Carmel ShanahanC
Carmel Shanahan

Carmel Shanahan curates the city's unfolding stories with a keen eye for the quiet moments that bind neighbors together. Her editing weaves nuance into every feature, turning local happenings into lasting chronicles of Beacon's spirit.

Jacey GibsonJ
Jacey Gibson

Jacey Gibson sharpens the narrative edge of local reporting, ensuring every story captures the pulse of Beacon's evolving streets and riverfront. Her editing pairs a meticulous eye with a deep-rooted passion for amplifying the voices that shape the city's character.

Editor-in-Chief

Liam CardonaL
Liam Cardona

Liam Cardona is a passionate writer and local enthusiast based in Beacon, New York, where he explores the vibrant community and rich history of the area. With a keen eye for storytelling, Liam shares insights on local culture, events, and hidden gems that make Beacon a unique destination.

Writers

Arne LeuschkeA
Arne Leuschke

Arne Leuschke digs beneath Beacon's surface, unearthing the layered histories hidden in its brick facades and worn stairways. His writing treats the city as a palimpsest, tracing how past generations' choices echo in today's storefronts and stoop conversations.

Irene HayesI
Irene Hayes

Irene Hayes finds her stories in the everyday rhythms of Beacon's streets, turning sidewalk conversations and riverfront moments into vivid prose. Her writing captures the city's changing textures with a reporter's curiosity and a neighbor's warmth.

Kailee NienowK
Kailee Nienow

Kailee Nienow collects the fleeting sounds of Beacon's mornings, from train whistles to café chatter, and turns them into stories that linger. Her writing traces the town's quiet currents, finding the extraordinary in the ordinary exchanges of its residents.

Newton BartonN
Newton Barton

Newton Barton writes with a carpenter's patience, fitting each sentence to the contours of Beacon's streets and the people who walk them. His reporting turns everyday exchanges into blueprints of the city's character, revealing the architecture of community one story at a time.

Trystan GarciaT
Trystan Garcia

Trystan Garcia maps the intersections of Beacon's daily life, listening for the stories that pulse beneath the pavement. His writing turns overlooked corners into vivid portraits, tracing the threads that stitch the town together.

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