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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Restoration is underway at Hudson-Athens Lighthouse after a tugboat collision on April 29 damaged its dock and staircase — the captain has been suspended pending an investigation as Carver Companies and the preservation society work on temporary repairs while the main structure remains intact. 1450 WKIP
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police reported on April 23 that Caleb Smith killed his wife Kaleigh Griffin on the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge before taking his own life, leaving two children safe with family while friends remember her as a loving mother and plan a summer celebration of her life - her kindness and vibrant spirit reach beyond the tragedy. Times Union
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Dutchess Community College students—Katelyn Oles, Rahim Sow, and KarissaLee Thompson—were recognized with the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence on May 5th. They were honored for academic excellence, leadership, and service during an April 29 ceremony at the Albany Capital Center. Dutchess Community College
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York residents are warned about the invasive Asian needle ant whose sting can cause severe allergic reactions. The dark brown ant is found in moist areas like gardens and wood piles—residents should avoid contact and call pest control if they see one. Hudson Valley Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York State will send rebate checks to over 8 million residents; married couples earning up to $150,000 will get $400, couples making between $150,000 and $300,000 will get $300, single filers earning up to $75,000 will get $200, and single filers making up to $150,000 will receive $150. Officials said the exact mailing date will be announced soon — families should check their mail for the refund. Hudson Valley Post
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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