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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Federal prosecutors announced that Marcus Ricketts, a 48-year-old Jamaican national who illegally returned after his 2019 deportation, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for leading a crew whose December 2021 shootout resulted in the fatal shooting of a Poughkeepsie victim—other members now face upcoming trials. Daily Voice
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA warned New Yorkers that long-term use of allergy pills like Zyrtec and Xyzal may cause rare but severe itching — a reaction that has sometimes required medical care and affected quality of life, and the agency will soon update labels to include this risk. Hudson Valley Post
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new article features 7 top burger spots in the Hudson Valley as National Hamburger Day ends Burger Month on May 28 and summer grilling begins. It names local favorites like Ben's Fresh in Port Jervis, Tavern 23 and Juan Murphy's in Poughkeepsie, with other winners offering their signature burgers. Hudson Valley Post
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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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Paint & Sip at Vino
6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Unleash your inner artist while enjoying delicious drinks and appetizers in a fun, social setting.
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Crystal Monee Hall Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Chance Theater — $34 — Experience an intimate evening of music with acclaimed singer-songwriter Crystal Monee Hall.
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