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Poughkeepsie
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rhinebeck resident Savannah Guthrie missed Monday’s Today broadcast after her 84-year-old mother was reported missing in Arizona over the weekend; authorities have launched a search using helicopters, drones and K-9 teams. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This February, live music and shows enliven the Hudson Valley with acts performing at venues from Assembly Kingston to Old Dutch Church. The guide highlights concerts, film screenings, and festivals — offering locals a varied cultural lineup to enjoy. Times Union
- ➤ Ben Bankas (a Toronto-born comedian based in Austin) faced backlash after making a tasteless joke referencing Renee Good at Laugh It Up Comedy Club in Poughkeepsie, leading to several shows being canceled. WRRV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hypnotherapist Mark Patrick will host seminars for weight loss and quitting smoking on Feb. 5 in Newburgh and Feb. 7 in Fishkill with discount offers for early registrants. In Newburgh the sessions start at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and in Fishkill at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Hudson Valley Post
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ U.S. News ranked Poughkeepsie as the 17th best New York spot for retirement among 859 communities based on housing affordability, rent, and access to stores (factors key to retirees). The survey of Americans nearing retirement shows how local costs and lifestyle appeal shape the ranking. Poughkeepsie Journal
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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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