Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

On August 6, 2025, a City of Poughkeepsie firefighter sustained a laceration to his hand when a second-story window blew out at a fire on Roosevelt Avenue — assisted by Arlington and Fairview fire departments, he was treated at a local hospital for his non-life-threatening injury.

Patricia Ruth Holt, 57, was arrested in Texas on a first-degree murder charge after she shot her boss at Hutchins Trucking Yard and led police on a slow-speed chase before surrendering; her past includes a 1986 incident at Red Hook High School when she attempted to shoot her teacher and later received probation with psychiatric treatment.

Poughkeepsie school administrators voted no confidence in Superintendent Gregory Mott on July 15, citing concerns over his restructuring plans including a new human resources role and changes to teacher evaluations.

Mott said his plan supports building leadership — the district will continue discussions to address these concerns.

Dutchess County allocated $500K from the 2025 Municipal Investment Grant Program to upgrade eight senior centers with new bathrooms, improved HVAC, and better accessibility—County Executive Sue Serino said the updates will create safer, more welcoming spaces for older adults.

Firefighters and equipment displaced by Tuesday’s fire at the Hooker Avenue Station were moved to the Poughkeepsie Public Safety Building at 505 Main Street (just over a mile away) where cleanup began and a temporary mobile shelter is planned to support a return once repairs are completed.

Keller Army Community Hospital at West Point is included in a federal proposal to downsize 17 military treatment facilities, which would turn the hospital into an urgent care center and force patients to seek inpatient care off-site.

Lawmakers such as Rep. Pat Ryan say the plan could worsen care in an already strained Hudson Valley system—officials briefed Congress on the proposal.

A Dutchess County family warns residents after Clayton Chamberlain died from Powassan virus, which he caught from a tick bite while working on a car in Wappingers Falls.

Medical experts say the virus attacks the brain and advise using insect repellent with DEET (there is no specific treatment) to prevent infection.

Officials warned parents that a KidKraft Farm to Table Model Play Kitchen has been linked to the death of a 23-month-old when his clothing caught on a hook; Backyard Kids recalled about 192,000 units—offering free replacement hooks to help prevent more tragedies.

Apple Greens Golf Course in Highland was named one of Hudson Valley's best and offers 27 holes for golfers.

The course features orchard views — and provides hands-on experiences for players at every skill level.

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.