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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Saturday’s manhole explosion on Academy Street in Poughkeepsie was caused by an electrical fault on an underground cable rather than a gas leak, a Central Hudson official said, and no one was hurt. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ On Sunday, April 20, a video captured Lisa Davis walking with her grandchildren after an Easter egg hunt when a manhole exploded—triggering three eruptions that sent concrete and debris flying—while firefighters evacuated nearby buildings after detecting high gas levels; no one was hurt. 1450 WKIP
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Dutchess County man allegedly attacked a woman with a knife at a home in Wappinger on Sunday—he hit her face as she fought for control of the weapon and now faces multiple charges while held in county jail. News 12 Hudson Valley
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York State Police launched the 'No Empty Chair' campaign on April 21 to protect teen drivers as graduation season nears. Today the initiative targets cell phone use and texting while driving with marked patrols and undercover vehicles + steep penalties for violations. Daily Voice
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State Attorney General Tish James secured a settlement with Westchester County Health Care Corporation and HealthAlliance, Inc. to expand access to inpatient psychiatric care in the Hudson Valley. The agreement requires hospitals to restore beds closed during the pandemic and implement reforms for better evaluation and stabilization of patients facing mental health crises. Mid Hudson News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Roosevelt baseball team beat Red Hook 9-3 at home as they recovered from a weak showing in Myrtle Beach. Senior Brice Rider pitched six innings with two earned runs & the offense scored a big four-run inning to change the game. Poughkeepsie Journal
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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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