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Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Empire Training Center for the Arts will welcome new Arts Administration students starting April 21 at The Chance Theater in Poughkeepsie as students join a six-week, paid work placement with New York Stage and Film at Marist University; applications close March 31. Poughkeepsie Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kathy Hochul announced the new MTA app today to help Hudson Valley visitors navigate NYC with real-time subway and bus updates and transfer information (including accessible station details). The app is available for download now. WPDH
- ➤ New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli is urging residents to check for over $8 billion in unclaimed funds—money from forgotten bank accounts and uncashed checks—with more than $163 million returned this year; searching is free using the Comptroller’s website. Hudson Valley Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tops Friendly Markets recalled 6-ounce bags of Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic on Tuesday, Mar. 24 after improper storage raised deadly health concerns from bacterial growth. The recall affected items sold in New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont, and customers with proof of purchase are eligible for a full refund. 1450 WKIP
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hudson Valley homeowners are encouraged to lightly rake lawns now to remove winter debris+thatch and help boost new green growth; experts advise waiting until the soil feels dry to prevent root damage. Hudson Valley Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A cold snap this week helped local ski resorts extend their seasons amid shifting winter-spring weather; West Mountain, Berkshire East and Hunter maintain operations using snowmaking systems, and Hunter will host its annual pond skimming event on Saturday (check resort websites for updated hours). Mid Hudson News
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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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