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Sunday, July 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of strangers cleared a tree downed by stormy weather on Thursday on the Taconic State Parkway—removing a road hazard left by the storm. News 12 Hudson Valley
- ➤ Field Hall Foundation awarded local agencies over $280,000 in grants to reduce food insecurity, prevent elder abuse and support aging in place in Putnam, southern Dutchess and northern Westchester—funding services like home repairs, case management and food pantries for vulnerable seniors and their caregivers. These grants aim to improve the care and safety of older adults and their support networks across the tri-county region. Mid Hudson News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Dutchess County IDA will consider a resolution on July 9 to offer Town Center Developments LLC financial incentives for a $4 million mixed-use project at 1189 Route 55 in LaGrange—seeking a mortgage tax exemption, a sales tax exemption on construction materials, and a payment in lieu of taxes. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fatal crashes have troubled the Taconic State Parkway, with four lives lost in May when a vehicle overturned in New Castle. Assemblyman Matt Slater urged Governor Kathy Hochul and the DOT to review 10 years of crash data — the study may take 9 to 12 months. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ The Poughkeepsie Police Department tested its specialized Harley-Davidson motorcycles as three certified officers practiced maneuvers needed for public events—while Officer Bobby Prince prepares for fall certification training in Yonkers. The training aims to improve mobility on crowded streets for parades, motorcades and similar events. Mid Hudson News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ U.S. men’s soccer captain Tyler Adams will return home Tuesday when Martz Field Recreation Facility in Wappinger is rededicated in his honor with a plaque unveiling—his partnership with Scotts lawn care products aims to boost youth access to natural-turf sports fields. Young athletes will join soccer drills and scrimmages while local food trucks provide lunch at the event. Mid Hudson News
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