Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

On Wednesday, Apr. 15, Hudson Valley SPCA rescued 24 dogs (Yorkshire terriers and French bulldogs) from a condemned home in Deerpark in the Port Jervis area and is preparing to take in more animals from a linked New Jersey property while seeking funds to cover rising veterinary costs.

Moonrise Bagels announced that its Kingston pop-up at 746 Broadway will close permanently after a final day on April 25th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will switch to 100% stuffed bagels—available at its Woodstock, Poughkeepsie, and NYC locations—starting in May.

Visitors at Walkway Over the Hudson ride the 21-story glass elevator to a deck 212 feet above the Poughkeepsie waterfront for stunning Hudson River views, operating since March 25.

New seasonal hours and upcoming events add extra excitement if weather permits.

The Gene Haas Manufacturing Futures Lab opened Tuesday at Ulster BOCES Career Academies at iPark87 in Lake Katrine, supported by a $1 million partnership with the Gene Haas Foundation & Allendale Machinery, and it gives students advanced manufacturing training for real-world challenges.

This week, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week highlights that New York State Homeland Security and Emergency Services stress callers provide their location (a vital detail) and remain calm during emergencies while avoiding non-urgent calls that could tie up lines.

New rules ban credit checks for most job applicants starting April 18 — exceptions apply for roles in law enforcement, financial positions, or sensitive jobs.

Governor Kathy Hochul signed the law to focus hiring on skills and experience rather than credit history.

Dutchess County will cap the sales tax on gas and highway diesel at $3 per gallon starting June 1, pending (state approval) and lasting until December.

The measure aims to ease rising fuel costs for working families and local businesses.

MTA said repairs for two out-of-service elevators — one serving Tracks 1 and 3 and another in the parking garage — remain postponed due to ongoing construction, forcing staff to assist wheelchair users and reroute trains to Track 2 for safe boarding.

The CDC warns that a drug-resistant superbug causing severe bloody diarrhea is rising, so doctors advise residents to wash their hands and seek treatment if symptoms develop—this strain leaves few medication options.

Two Hudson Valley towns (Hudson and Kingston) made Food and Wine’s list of best small cities for food and drink as local eateries gain national attention.

Eng’s in Kingston recently received a James Beard America’s Classic Award while local restaurants continue to draw visitors.

John Jay beat Pawling 12 to 2 in a five-inning baseball game today, and Patriots' players shared their reactions after the victory.

Two-way baseball star Tyler Durkin of Ketcham and future Division I player for St. Peter's discussed team goals + his personal growth in an extended interview available for local viewers.

Mother’s Day Buffet

11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — The Grandview — $60.95 — Treat Mom to a gourmet buffet with scenic views of the Hudson River featuring hand-carved meats and gourmet entrées.