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Poughkeepsie
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteer fire departments in the Hudson Valley hosted live training exercises this weekend to show locals what it takes to serve amid a 40-year low in volunteer numbers. The Chappaqua Fire Department demonstrated firefighting techniques and flexible training options to encourage new and returning volunteers. News 12 Hudson Valley
- ➤ Neighborworks America announced its latest affordable housing grants — awarding $254,000 to Poughkeepsie's Hudson River Housing Inc. and $428,000 to Kingston-based RUPCO Inc. The grants aim to expand housing stock, revitalize neighborhoods and boost economic opportunities. Mid Hudson News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Hudson Valley mourns Officer Justin Brown, who died on April 13 in a motorcycle accident while commuting to work at Fishkill Correctional Facility; a celebration of his life will be held Friday, Apr. 24 at Copeland-Hammerl Funeral Home in New Paltz. WPDH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ County fair dates for summer 2026 have been released, including the Great New York State Fair (178th edition) running from Aug. 26 through Sep. 7 with carnival rides, concerts, livestock contests, and local food. Check the complete schedule for other fairs across the state. WRRV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Consumer Reports shows that grocery prices in New York rose over 25% from Dec. 2020 to Dec. 2024, making dairy+beef+pork nearly record high compared to Walmart. Stores such as Wegmans+Whole Foods are up to 31.9% pricier. WPDH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After the US Mint stopped producing pennies last year, New York lawmakers proposed rounding cash totals to the nearest nickel so that amounts like $10.23 become $10.25 — a measure already in practice in states like Arizona and Oregon that may soon affect local transactions. Daily Voice
- ➤ New York State Police Troop F will hold a free car seat safety check Saturday, Apr. 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Middletown headquarters, where certified technicians inspect seats and answer questions — call 845-344-5327 to schedule an appointment. Mid Hudson News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Frankie's Superette, a family-owned local staple in Hopewell Junction, is listed for sale after 60 years of service. The mixed-use property is priced at $1,499,999 + the seller is open to offers that could keep the shop running. Hudson Valley Post
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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.
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