Daily
Poughkeepsie
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new report by New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli showed that in 2023 women earned 87 cents on the dollar compared to men and would have had to work an extra 53 days in 2024 to match their earnings. The report also found that even with similar education and experience, women, especially in the legal field where they earned 68 cents on the dollar, made less—pointing to a need for policies like affordable childcare and paid leave. Poughkeepsie Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Pat Ryan invited USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins to visit the Hudson Valley Regional Food Bank in Montgomery to see how proposed $1 billion cuts would affect local food supplies. He warned the cuts may lead to two million fewer meals for residents — while Rollins dismissed the claims as 'fake news.' 1450 WKIP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Workers from Summit Health and Optum in Poughkeepsie have demanded better treatment due to issues with healthcare benefits, patient care and management practices—problems found in Congressman Pat Ryan’s inquiry that noted declining care quality and rising fees. The inquiry’s findings have been submitted to the Department of Justice, Health and Human Services and Federal Trade Commission as workers push for changes. 1450 WKIP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Poughkeepsie's Maddy Siegrist had an exciting offseason after getting engaged and setting records in Athletes Unlimited while improving her game during recovery. The Dallas Wings overhauled their roster and acquired Paige Bueckers as they prepare for a season opener on May 16, and Siegrist will work to expand her role while planning her wedding—she aims to help the team reach the playoffs. Poughkeepsie Journal
- ➤ Highland’s boys lacrosse team avenged a last-spring loss as they beat defending champion Red Hook 16-2 on Thursday, with Logan Davis scoring five goals and Luke Wiese adding two goals and five assists. Coach Tom Schlappich said the win — marked by a strong second-quarter surge — builds the team’s confidence to chase the championship. Poughkeepsie Journal
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
About Daily Poughkeepsie
Welcome to the Daily Poughkeepsie, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Poughkeepsie, New York community. If you like the Daily Poughkeepsie, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Poughkeepsie.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Poughkeepsie and across New York. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Poughkeepsie
A free Poughkeepsie community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailypoughkeepsie.com/sitemap