Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ J.Crew Factory opened in the old Harmon building at Poughkeepsie Plaza on May 1—nestled between Marshall's and Sugar & Spice—and welcomes shoppers today from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The store will offer special deals throughout the weekend. WPDH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local communities in the Hudson Valley have announced free outdoor summer concerts starting on Memorial Day weekend, featuring shows at Trophy Point — a favorite spot for live music — and other venues like Hyde Park. The events will run all summer and are open to the public. Hudson Valley Post
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New York gas prices remained steady for the second consecutive week as regular fuel averaged $3.02 per gallon on Monday—making them 3.4% lower than the national price while last year they averaged $3.28 per gallon. Poughkeepsie Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maggie Schimmelpfennig, a 29-year teacher at FD Roosevelt High School, was given a life sentence by a Dutchess County Court judge on May 2 as she prepared to retire in June while on a class trip with students. Judge Edward McLoughlin said the sentence means she will serve three weeks of house arrest & enjoy time to relax before starting her travel plans. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents facing a power outage can visit online resources to report the loss of service and view outage maps; for example, Westchester/Hudson Valley customers can call Orange & Rockland (1-877-434-4100) and check local provider sites (for service updates) for details. News 12 Hudson Valley
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Peach Hill 'Run For the Hill of It' 5K
9 AM – 1 PM — Peach Hill Park — Early registration available — Experience scenic trails and stunning views while supporting a local non-profit.
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