Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Camille O'Brien, Sullivan County Crisis Service Coordinator, competed in Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island to honor her Brooklyn roots.

She ate six and a half hot dogs using a secret sauce (her unique trick) during her second attempt.

SUNY Orange’s Seamus Smith, who won the Region XV men's golf championship this spring while earning a 3.96 GPA, is named SUNY Scholar Athlete of the Year for men’s golf at Middletown.

He now considers next steps such as transferring or returning to football.

23andMe paid $18 million to strengthen privacy rules after a 2023 breach exposed genetic data for 305,245 New Yorkers, as announced by Attorney General Letitia James on Tuesday, July 14.

The settlement requires new cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches.

Legislators proposed the Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act to give $3,000 per person in households earning $150,000 or less, so a family of four gets $12,000 in the first year plus the bill also includes measures for teacher pay, affordable housing and expanded Medicare.

The proposal awaits congressional approval.

Michigan health officials reported lettuce as a potential source of a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak, with 81 to 160 cases identified in New York; local guidance advises washing produce thoroughly and peeling outer leaves for added safety.

Health officials believe contaminated produce (lettuce or salad greens) may be behind a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened over 500 people in New York, including several in the Hudson Valley.

They urge residents to handle produce carefully and follow food safety tips to reduce the risk of illness.

Putnam County health officials are urging residents to join a local Plastic Free Foundation challenge this month to reduce single-use plastics in the Hudson Valley.

Health Director Rian Rodriguez advised people to bring reusable items and shop smart to help cut plastic waste.

Circus Vazquez

7-10 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrills and excitement of Circus Vazquez live in Poughkeepsie.

Green Day Tribute Release Show

3-9 p.m. — Reason & Ruckus — Donations encouraged — Experience an exciting tribute to Green Day while supporting local animal shelters.

Circus Vazquez

7-10 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Tickets required — Experience the excitement of Circus Vazquez live with thrilling performances and family fun.