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Poughkeepsie
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ White Castle announced a rollout of 1,000 automated kiosks that will offer its famous sliders in areas lacking full restaurants, including spots in the Mid-Hudson Valley. The kiosks will provide 24/7 service at busy transportation hubs, workplaces, healthcare centers, and college campuses. Hudson Valley Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Film insiders recently named 11 independent movie theaters as favorites in a Cultured Magazine article, highlighting Upstate Films in Rhinebeck as a local gem with deep community ties since 1972. Poughkeepsie Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ After last Monday's bitter freeze, Hudson Valley farmers faced heavy losses as Wright's Farm saw many apple blossoms cooked—while Meadowbrook Farms reported peaches and plums were lost, leaving growers to decide whether to sustain their orchards this season. News 12 Hudson Valley
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Six Hudson Valley communities have been awarded Environmental Justice Community Impact Grants from the State Department of Environmental Conservation to support projects that cut climate and pollution risks. The Poughkeepsie Earth Cycle Project will turn food waste into compost to help local gardens and create youth jobs. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ Gov. Hochul announced a 93-acre expansion at Clarence Fahnestock State Park — adding new hiking trails and a 1,021-foot summit view — to boost outdoor recreation and conservation following a $220,000 purchase in Putnam County. Hudson Valley Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the American Lung Association finds over 1.1 million children in New York face unhealthy air; experts warn the poor quality could trigger asthma attacks and long-term breathing issues throughout the Hudson Valley. Hudson Valley Post
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac now allow lenders to use 12 months of rental and utility payments when calculating credit scores to help residents qualify for a mortgage. The policy change will help first-time buyers and gig workers secure a home (confirmed by Federal Housing Finance Agency). WPDH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ DC Sports at 1630 Route 9 in Wappingers Falls closed on Sunday, April 26 after a decade of hosting mini golf, volleyball & live music events. The family-owned venue said unexpected changes forced immediate closure and some activities, such as volleyball & cornhole, will continue elsewhere. Daily Voice
- ➤ Voting is now open for the Poughkeepsie Journal Boys Athlete of the Week for April 20-26. Coaches must submit game stats to [email protected] before polls close at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday as the winner is set to be announced the following morning. Poughkeepsie Journal
- ➤ Marist tight end Connor Hulstein earned a rookie mini-camp invite with the New York Jets — after recording 42 catches for 599 yards and 7 touchdowns during last season in Poughkeepsie — and will use the camp to showcase his NFL skills. Poughkeepsie Journal
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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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