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Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A heavy fire engulfed the second floor and attic of a home at 122 South Cherry Street on Feb. 17, leaving the family displaced with no injuries and prompting a daughter to start a GoFundMe (goal: $1,600). Hudson Valley Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Orange-Ulster BOCES is celebrating Career and Technical Education Month in Goshen this February to showcase programs that give students hands-on training in fields such as digital cinema and culinary. In the coming weeks, hundreds of students will tour the campuses to explore career pathways. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for over 20 counties as a powerful blizzard is forecast to hit with heavy snow and strong winds. The National Guard will be activated today + travel restrictions will take effect at 4 p.m. Poughkeepsie Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Health reported a 16% rise in flu cases last week, with Westchester, Rockland and Orange counties recording the highest numbers. Health experts advised residents to get a flu shot if they have not yet been vaccinated this season. WRRV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Wallkill star guard Zoe Mesuch returned to the Hudson Valley on Saturday by scoring 14 points for Navy in a 54-51 comeback win over Army at Christl Arena — she earned her third straight Patriot League Rookie of the Week award and is now tied for second all-time in rookie honors. Mid Hudson News
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Fleet Feet's Shamrock Fun Run
5:45 PM – 2:00 PM — 1895 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY — Registration required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a fun run and earn exclusive SWAG!
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The First Ever Famous Pickle Festival
12-6 p.m. — MJN Convention Center — Free for kids 12 & under — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with pickle tastings, lively music, and delicious eats.
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St. Patrick's Day Paint Class
6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Cash bar available — Unwind with friends while painting a festive St. Paddy’s gnome and enjoying complimentary appetizers.
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