Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

The Dutchess County Chamber is honoring 40 young professionals chosen from more than 100 nominees to recognize work in education, healthcare, business, public service plus nonprofit leadership across the Hudson Valley.

The awards spotlight future local leaders and mark the program’s 21st year.

Nathan's Famous in the food court closed on Wednesday when its kitchen equipment was removed + the sign remained, marking a sudden end to the local outlet; the nearest location is now in Nyack.

Veteran Ryan Law launched Freedom Fighters, a pretzel brand supporting service members and first responders, now available at SUNY New Paltz and Crew Restaurant & Bar with more local deals coming soon.

The company partners with Folds of Honor to fund scholarships for families of fallen service members.

Local broadcasters 101.5 WPDH, MHA of Dutchess County, and Mid-Hudson Pump named the Corey G.

Ingram Scholarship Fund as this month's Vets Who Rock recipient, adding $500 to support Poughkeepsie graduates. A *happy hour* fundraiser will take place at Mahoney's Irish Pub on April 24 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Fifty high-school and BOCES students attended the inaugural Digital Dutchess career exploration event at Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie on Friday, Mar.

27, where educators and local industry experts offered hands-on learning in computer science, AI, IT and cybersecurity.

Hudson Valley residents can join an air quality study from Bard Community Sciences Lab + Bard Lab at University at Albany by allowing sensors in their homes for one week; those who participate by Saturday, Apr.

18 will receive a $30 gift card.

An EPA study reviewing five years of data found toxins such as lead+arsenic, benzene, and nitrate in over one-third of public water systems statewide, with 470 systems still in violation.

Hudson Valley counties will offer free water testing to help residents monitor drinking water quality.

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.