Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
Good morning, Poughkeepsie.
Putnam Service Dogs in Carmel gave free PTSD service dogs to three veterans, including a Purple Heart Marine, an Army medic and an Army fire support specialist.
The charity rescues dogs from shelters and now faces high demand with 33 veteran applications and 175 others waiting, relying on grants and donations + community support.
On May 26, a 20-year-old hiker was rescued from a trail at Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve near Cold Spring after she suffered severe cramps, and Forest Rangers gave her food and electrolytes + she was able to walk out on her own while declining further care.
Officer Joseph Gravino, 37, died suddenly on May 23 after serving 12 years with the NYPD + he leaves behind his wife Katie and three young children (aged 8, 5, and 4 months) while a fundraiser has raised over $145,000 to support his family.
Steven Hasbrouck, 29, of Middletown was arraigned before Dutchess County Court on felony assault and leaving the scene of an accident with serious injury charges linked to a dirt bike incident that saw his gang taunt a state trooper and steal his Stetson hat—he remains in jail with bail set at $100,000 cash, $200,000 bond, or a $600,000 partially secured bond.
The first Dutchess County Housing Trust Fund project at 30-32 Smith St. will welcome tenants on June 1 with modern two- and three-bedroom units in a transit-accessible area near local schools — the project cost $900,000 with a portion from county funds and more projects in Beacon and nearby Poughkeepsie are planned soon.
The Department of Homeland Security said several Mid-Hudson counties and local communities, including Poughkeepsie, are not following federal orders by keeping sanctuary policies.
The agency said jurisdictions such as Beacon+ Hudson+ Kingston+ Newburgh must review their policies while local officials insist they comply with federal law.
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.
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.
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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