Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Poughkeepsie.
City cops in Poughkeepsie investigated a large fight Saturday night at the Rip Van Winkle Apartments on Main Street—Rinaldi Boulevard when three people, including a 13-year-old, were treated at hospital for slash wounds and police urged anyone with information to call the tip line.
The State Public Service Commission released its final audit report on NYSEG + RG&E, utilities serving parts of the Mid-Hudson Valley.
The companies must file their implementation plan by June 18 and respond to apparent violations noted by staff within 21 days.
Senator Rolison of Poughkeepsie introduced a bill that would require public hearings before utility companies raise rates — ensuring community members can ask questions — and it advanced through the Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee before being sent to the Consumer Protection Committee.
State Senator Peter Harckham called on lawmakers Monday in Albany to pass bills that would cut road salt use and protect drinking water sources—he warned that rising salt levels could endanger reservoirs serving New York City.
The proposals would form programs to review and coordinate state efforts on salt management.
The City of Poughkeepsie will host a community rally tomorrow at Warring Elementary School — at 283 Mansion St. — to oppose Dutchess County's plan for a homeless shelter on Oakley Street as residents, business leaders, and officials express their concerns and urge the county to return to the previous plan. Local leaders may consider legal action if county officials do not address these community concerns.
State Sen. James Skoufis introduced a bill on May 15 to bar Gov. Kathy Hochul's name, signature, or image from inflation refund checks that will be sent starting mid-October.
Hochul defends the refunds as immediate aid for families amid concerns that her political messaging is using taxpayer funds — the measure aims to keep self-promotion out of relief programs.
NJ Transit train service resumed in the Hudson Valley after union talks ended a strike that began last Friday—a first strike in over 40 years.
Metro-North accepted NJ Transit tickets during the work stoppage, helping commuters get back on track.
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.
Poughkeepsie Passion Play
7-9 p.m. — Living Water Church — Free admission — Experience a dramatic retelling of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ through music and drama.
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