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Poughkeepsie
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A mistrial was declared in the murder trial of Edward Holley, who is accused of killing Megan McDonald in 2003 in a Wallkill field—jurors could not reach agreement after over a week of deliberations. Poughkeepsie Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jim Gordon was confirmed as chair of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency by the Legislature amid community concern over a proposed landfill in Wawarsing. During Tuesday's public comment period he urged lawmakers to trust the county’s Solid Waste Management Plan that seeks alternative waste solutions before selecting a landfill site. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ Senator Rob Rolison—a retired detective from Poughkeepsie—urged the governor to let corrections officers fired after a wildcat walkout return so that the National Guard can end its patrol of state prisons. He said about 2,000 officers left their jobs and that reinstating them is needed to protect both staff and the incarcerated. Mid Hudson News
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Met Live In HD - Le Nozze di Figaro
1:00-2:30 PM — Ulster Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience Mozart's timeless comedy in a live transmission from the Metropolitan Opera.
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Almost Queen Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Bardavon — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and iconic music of Queen through the tribute band Almost Queen.
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Mama Mingle Baby Expo
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Gold's Gym — Free entry — Explore prenatal and postnatal resources while your kids enjoy fun activities.
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The Australian Pink Floyd Show
2-10:30 PM — MJN Convention Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate Pink Floyd's anniversaries with a spectacular tribute show.
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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Shadows on the Hudson — $52.95 per person — Shower Mom with love and enjoy a delightful brunch buffet filled with a variety of delicious options.
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Leonid and Friends Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Bardavon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sound of Chicago and more with the incredible 11-piece band Leonid & Friends.
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