Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

On National Rebuilding Day last Saturday, volunteers from Rebuilding Together Hudson Valley rebuilt and repaired homes in Pleasant Valley, Red Hook and Kingston—helping an 85-year-old in Pleasant Valley stay safely in his home.

Salt Point Turnpike between Hudson and Innis Avenues was closed today after a worker operating a boom lift collided with a southbound minivan when the lift’s platform dropped on the vehicle’s roof—Town of Poughkeepsie police are investigating the crash and ask any witnesses to call 845-485-3666.

Walden Savings Bank promoted Emma Rezza to branch manager at its Pine Bush branch.

Rezza, who started at the bank in 2014, will run daily operations and boost service — her proven leadership and hard work earned this role — as she takes on new responsibilities.

Dutchess County high school students Rishabh Nambiar, Joseph Marra, and Abhay Gupta won Congressman Pat Ryan's Congressional App Challenge with their web application Invest4Better, which helps new investors choose sustainable options using easy-to-read tables (showing ESG scores and financial metrics) and AI recommendations.

Assemblyman Anil Beephan, Jr. from East Fishkill sent a letter to the New York State Public Service Commission chair yesterday urging them to oppose Central Hudson’s proposed rate hikes, which would raise electricity delivery costs by 8.6% and overall prices by 5.3% for Dutchess County residents. He argued that the increase would burden families and small businesses—calling for a careful review of the proposal.

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.