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Poughkeepsie
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The historic Hudson-Athens Lighthouse sustained extensive damage from a barge collision in April 2025 — repairs are estimated to cost up to $3.6 million. The landmark remains an active navigation aid and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 1450 WKIP
- ➤ The Arc Community League hosts Without Walls, a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities offering weekend outings and activities in Dutchess County. Part of the Holiday Helping Hand campaign, the program provides rides from home and plans events like a holiday party + local outings. Poughkeepsie Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon copper red on Tuesday, March 3, starting at 6:04 a.m. EST, offering nearly one hour of dramatic display (visible for Poughkeepsie residents) across North America. Daily Voice
- ➤ Comedian Ben Bankas sparked controversy during a Jan. 10 show at Laugh It Up Comedy Club inside Mahoney’s Irish Pub by joking about Renee Good, prompting Minnesota clubs to cancel upcoming performances amid safety & community concerns. Times Union
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, New York gas prices stayed nearly unchanged at $2.86 per gallon last week (a 7-cent drop from last month) while the national average was $2.85. Poughkeepsie Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologists forecast that a bomb cyclone will intensify tonight through Saturday, Jan. 31, to bring heavy snow, whiteout conditions, and travel delays to parts of New York (including areas near Poughkeepsie) by Sunday, Feb. 1. Daily Voice
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metro-North rail lines finished 2025 with a 98.7% on-time performance, exceeding goals and achieving over 97% on the east side, while rates on the Port Jervis (92.9%) and Pascack Valley (95.2%) lines trailed; OTP in 2026 has stayed near 98% amid extreme weather. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ Following three days of equipment breakdowns, DPW crews worked Wednesday night in the lower Main Street area (including Perry and Bridge Streets) to clear accumulated snow. Crews will continue removal efforts for the rest of the week. Mid Hudson News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Yorkers are urged to check their decaf K-Cup boxes as more than 80,000 Keurig Dr Pepper McCafé Premium Roast Decaf pods were recalled for mistakenly containing caffeine. The recalled boxes (84 count) sold on Amazon should be returned for a refund or replacement to avoid health risks. Hudson Valley Post
- ➤ Healthgrades has just released its list of top hospitals for 2026, and five local facilities have been recognized — including Vassar Brothers Medical Center and MidHudson Regional — for excellence in heart, critical, and surgical care. Hudson Valley Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Poughkeepsie speed skater Clayton DeClemente is among 57 Northeast athletes on Team USA set to compete at the Winter Olympics from Feb. 4 to Feb. 22 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The roster includes medalists and stars in skiing and hockey + other key competitors. Daily Voice
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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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Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Marist Red Foxes Basketball
2-6 p.m. — James J. McCann Recreational Center — Pricing details unknown — Experience an exciting NCAA basketball clash between Sacred Heart and Marist.
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