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Poughkeepsie
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A beloved bartender, Sammy, from Middletown was seriously injured in a car accident on her way to work and is in the ICU, leaving her 7-year-old son vulnerable as community members plan a Tequila For Sammy fundraiser at The Switch Inn on Saturday, June 13. WPDH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Derby, one of the Hudson Valley's oldest bar and restaurant at 96 Main Street, closed at the end of April as the lease was not renewed because the building is for sale. WPDH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers can enjoy free food, discounts and giveaways during National Teacher Appreciation Week until May 8, with offers from Chipotle, Shake Shack and others (offers verified through May 12; valid school ID is required). Poughkeepsie Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Invasive jumping worms are spreading in local yards and damaging soil nutrients, with peak activity expected from late June through July — experts advise using vinegar to kill them. Officials banned their sale to help prevent damage to community gardens. WPDH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York now sends automatic checks up to $5,000 for unclaimed funds after a new law raised the cap from $250 + a notification letter is sent before the check arrives. More than 210,000 checks, totaling $48 million, have been issued so far. WPDH
- ➤ Roadwork on the Mid-Hudson Bridge is causing overnight lane and shoulder closures on Route 9 southbound between Main Street and Laurel Street from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. this week in Poughkeepsie (part of a $34.4 million rehabilitation project), and drivers are advised to plan for delays. Hudson Valley Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health experts say tick season started unusually heavy in the Hudson Valley—with ER visits for tick bites tripling in April. Residents are advised to use EPA-registered repellent and check for ticks to reduce risks of Lyme disease and other illnesses. WPDH
- ➤ Michael Seilback from the American Lung Association says Midwest coal-fired power plants' pollution drifts to affect Hudson Valley air quality. Local health advocates urge residents and state leaders to act now to cut emissions and protect clean air. News 12 Hudson Valley
- ➤ On Mother's Day, health experts advise women in the sandwich generation to schedule checkups and preventive screenings while asking family members to help with caregiving (ensuring that self-care keeps them capable of supporting loved ones). Poughkeepsie Journal
- ➤ A recall was issued for thousands of cases of a Specially Selected crème brûlée dessert sold at Aldi stores in New York and other states due to potential glass contamination. Customers should return the item with a receipt for a refund under Aldi's money-back guarantee — ask in store. 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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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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