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Poughkeepsie
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ OC Organic Kitchen is now open in the Galleria at Crystal Run Food Court. The eatery offers organic, non-GMO dishes with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and keto options & houses an in-house bakery for fresh desserts. Mid Hudson News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dutchess Community College (DCC) in Fishkill has received nearly $2M from NY State to expand its advanced manufacturing and clean energy training programs. The grant will support up to 630 participants and upgrade labs over the next three years. 1450 WKIP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hochul announced on March 9 a pilot program offering free PFAS testing for private wells in six counties (Dutchess, Putnam, Orange, Suffolk, Ulster and Westchester) with Dutchess and Putnam residents already able to apply and others soon eligible once contracts are finalized. Poughkeepsie Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Beacon's boys basketball season ended Tuesday night at Mahopac High School when the Bulldogs lost 49-33 in the Class A state regional semifinals to Tappan Zee, the state's No-2 team. Coach Pat Schetter said turnovers hurt the team and caused too few made shots. Mid Hudson News
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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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Easter Dinner Celebration
1:15 p.m. — Shadows on the Hudson — Prices vary — Delight in a sumptuous Easter feast with a stunning view of the Hudson River.
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