Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

The Regional Food Bank is seeing a 54% rise in fuel costs that forces it to pay an extra $10,000 every month—money that could feed roughly 30,000 meals for families—while spokesperson Barry Lewis said cuts in federal benefits and tighter budgets are straining local pantries.

Nelly's Restaurant will soon take over the closed Day + Nite Lounge space in the Village of Wappingers Falls as crews work to transform the site after a disputed eviction; the new restaurant will bring a popular Dominican menu to the local dining scene.

Louis Tunno, a Port Jervis senior and Westbrookville firefighter, earned a $1500 scholarship from the Firefighters Association of the State of New York on Tuesday, June 9 for his academic success and service to the community; he will study Electrical Engineering at SUNY Delhi this fall and continue his volunteer work locally.

Future Chefs Culinary Classroom will open after the 4th of July in the former Jade Palace at Hannoush Plaza in Wappingers—owner Jeana Fanelli and her son Dylan will lead hands-on cooking classes for kids and families that promote healthy food and connection.

Kaplan Career Academy in Wappingers Falls is launching Project Playground, an outdoor space designed for children with special needs (community sponsors and local partners will help fund the project) to provide a safe area for physical and sensory play.

Meteorologists warned that severe storms expected in the next few days could bring dangerous wind conditions — straight-line winds that precede rain, tornadoes capable of rapid damage, and microbursts that may flatten trees and structures.

A government report warns that New York retirees may see their Social Security benefits drop by about $511 a month if the trust fund runs dry in 2032 (local budgets could be affected).

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a law that lets bars and restaurants serve alcohol until 4 a.m. during the World Cup from June 11 to July 20 + the change aims to help local businesses welcome the influx of fans.

Farm Rich recalled over 160,000 pounds of Pizza Cheese Crunchers after possible metal pieces were found; shoppers in New York are urged to check freezers and follow FDA guidelines for safe disposal.

Varsity 845 invites votes for its boys baseball players of the week for May 25-31 and June 1-7, and votes must be cast at RecordOnline by Monday, June 15 at 11 p.m.; winners will be announced on the @Varsity845 Twitter account.

Poughkeepsie native Owen Paino, the New York Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year, will start at shortstop for Ole Miss in the College World Series opener tonight at 7 p.m. in Omaha & faces North Carolina in a key game that marks his journey from Ketcham to the national stage.

Paint YOUR Pet at Vino - Crew Restaurant & Bar

6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Price varies — Unleash your creativity by painting your pet while enjoying wine and appetizers.