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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stewart's Shops brings back its Chocolate Buttered Almond ice cream—a favorite that last appeared in 2015—as part of its 2026 seasonal lineup. Locals can try it in a cone, dish, milkshake, sundae or pint at nearby stores. Hudson Valley Post
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in New York reached $4.10 per gallon on Monday, up from $4.00 last week, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Analysts say prices could rise another 20 to 30 cents in coming weeks due to rising demand and supply concerns from Middle East tensions. Poughkeepsie Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of volunteers will join the 15th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep on May 2 to clean parks, trails, and waterfronts along the Hudson, with 100 cleanup sites from New York City to the Adirondacks. Local residents can sign up early to secure supplies and a cleanup spot to protect our river. WRRV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Goshen basketball star Jimmy Kelly and Beacon senior guard Michai Thompson were named to the NYSSWA second-team all-state after standout seasons + Kelly averaged 29 points and 10 rebounds while verbally committing to Army, and Thompson led his team to a Section 9 title with an 18-point average. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ The Hudson Valley Renegades will host Bark in the Park events for five season games, letting dogs run the bases and enjoy giveaways when a human ticket is purchased. Early arrivals get a collector’s gift (courtesy of Good Boy Vodka) and after each game, dogs and kids run the bases. WRRV
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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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The Chain Gang Band: Billy Joel Tribute Concert
3-5 p.m. — Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center — Ticket details not specified — Experience the electrifying tribute to Billy Joel by the beloved Hudson Valley band.
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