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Poughkeepsie
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Poughkeepsie announced a free clothing recycling program that lets residents schedule curbside pickups (call 1.800-244-6350 when donating three or more bags) or drop off bagged items at local DPW, Town Hall, and Senior Center bins. WRRV
- ➤ Grounded in Hyde Park celebrates its one year anniversary today with a full day of events including snacks, vendor pop-ups, an interactive make-a-bong station, brunch by Moonrise Bagels, flash tattoos, & a live DJ at 3665 Albany Post Road. WPDH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in New York fell slightly this week as regular fuel reached $2.89 per gallon on Monday, down from $2.91 last week (based on data from the EIA). Prices are about 6% lower than a year ago. Poughkeepsie Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Poughkeepsie City School District hired former Middletown Schools administrator Mike Tuttle as Interim Assistant Superintendent of Business after Margarita Lekaj was escorted out last week—Tuttle brings 30 years of experience and earns $200,000 per year amid recent paycheck discrepancies. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dutchess County will receive $20 million to launch a pilot child care program at DAY ONE Early Learning Community in Poughkeepsie in 2027 — the funding is part of the state's $4.5 billion childcare initiative, and counties will add 10% to support up to 1,000 seats for children under 3. Times Union
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new Zumper analysis finds that Poughkeepsie apartment rental prices remain nearly flat, with a typical listing at $2,065 in December compared to last month's $2,083. One-bedroom rents dipped slightly to $1,880 while two-bedroom prices held at $2,110 (prices across all sizes are 38% below state medians). Poughkeepsie Journal
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Paint & Sip Night at Crew Restaurant & Bar
6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — $35 — Unleash your inner artist while sipping your favorite drink and making colorful memories.
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Live Music with Just Two
7-10 p.m. — Curry Estate (Restaurant Six) — Free entry — Enjoy captivating performances by a dynamic duo playing hits from the 1960s to today.
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Valentine’s Day Comedy Show
8:30-11:59 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians in a lively setting.
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