Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

FOX is casting locals as nosy neighbors and small-town types for its new medical comedy Best Medicine + filming will run from July 23 through August 18.

Applications include separate forms for adults and kids + a pay bump is offered if hired with a car.

Canadian journalist Dan Rubinstein paddleboarded 1,200 miles along waterways from Canada to the Hudson River to study how blue space boosts well-being + connection.

He faced a sudden thunderstorm near Catskill where friendly locals offered him shelter, as he detailed in his new book.

Paul Davidson, an East Fishkill veteran known for his quiet service in Vietnam, was posthumously awarded the highest civilian honor during a July 17 event supported by Dutchess County — his record includes medals for valor and service.

Senator Rob Rolison led the ceremony and noted Davidson’s lasting commitment to both his country and the community.

Former Dutchess County Executive and Congressman Marc Molinaro was confirmed Saturday by the U.S. Senate as the 16th Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration—he received a 71 to 23 vote—and he will soon lead efforts to improve transit safety and funding for the MTA.

Tegu recalled about 25,000 magnetic toy stackers because loose magnets can detach and be swallowed—posing a life-threatening risk to children.

The toys were sold in the US, Canada, and Mexico from August 2018 to April 2025, and parents are urged to remove them immediately and contact Tegu for a free replacement.

Mid-Hudson's boys and girls basketball teams played at BCANY's 13th Annual Summer Hoops Festival this weekend + the girls went 3-1 in pool play before losing to Rochester in the semifinals while the boys went 2-2 and beat Southern Tier in their semifinal game at Monroe-Woodbury High School, its auxiliary gym and Central Valley Elementary School.

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.

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.

Big Lawn Music Festival

2-10 p.m. — Plan Bee Farm Brewery — Free for children 12 and under — Celebrate live music with diverse artists in a festive outdoor setting.

Poughkeepsie PorchFest

12-6:30 p.m. — Academy Street Historic District — Free entry — Discover diverse musical performances on the porches of Poughkeepsie's historic district.