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Poughkeepsie
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Torrential downpours on Monday flooded roads in Patterson and caused a building collapse—fortunately, the vacant building left no injuries and emergency crews from Patterson, Putnam Lake and the Sheriff’s Department promptly responded after Route 22 closed. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A widespread 911 outage affected Dutchess County Tuesday afternoon, prompting law enforcement to advise residents to call the Sheriff's Office at 845-486-3800 or text 911 for emergencies. Officials have not yet determined the cause—updates will follow as more details become available. Daily Voice
- ➤ The Dutchess County Legislature unanimously appointed Michael McCormack as the new trustee on the SUNY Dutchess Board of Trustees to fill the vacancy left by Evelyn Panichi. A DCC alumnus & Hall of Fame member, McCormack chairs the county GOP and supports the college through scholarships and projects. Mid Hudson News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors warn that two new COVID variants are now spreading in New York and may cause painful symptoms plus a sore throat sometimes described as razor blade throat. Nimbus spreads easily and now makes up nearly half of all cases, while the XFG variant is under monitoring by the World Health Organization. Hudson Valley Post
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FDR Cheerleading Designer Bag Bingo Fundraiser
6-10 p.m. — Pirate Canoe Club — $55 per person — Enjoy a lively night of bingo while supporting the FDR cheerleading team.
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Open House Tour
1-3 p.m. — 208 Hudson View Terrace — Free entry — Explore this beautifully upgraded townhome in a welcoming community with exceptional amenities.
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Spanish Conversation Meetup
6-8 p.m. — McGillicuddy's — Free to attend — Enjoy casual Spanish conversations over pub food and drinks in an inclusive environment.
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Mid-Hudson Comic Con: VIP 2-Day Pass
10 a.m. — MJN Convention Center - Mid Hudson Civic Center — Weekend VIP pass available — Discover a weekend of cosplay, gaming, panels, and special exclusives at the Hudson Valley's biggest pop culture event.
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Dinosaur Adventure
9 a.m. – 8 p.m. — MJN Convention Center — Ticketed event — Explore life-sized animatronic dinosaurs and engage in hands-on activities for all ages.
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Summer Preview Day at Mount Saint Mary College
10 AM — Mount Saint Mary College — Possible Visit Grant Available — Explore career-focused programs and experience campus life with student ambassadors.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
When you make peace with uncertainty, you find peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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