Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

The Dutchess County Fair warns that scammers are selling fake tickets on Facebook and urges buyers to purchase tickets only on the official website or at the fairgrounds gate.

The six-day fair runs from Tuesday, Aug. 25 through Sunday, Aug. 30.

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law that allows licensed cannabis businesses to sell products at approved farmers markets and pop-up events in the Hudson Valley.

The new rule aims to help small cannabis farms reach customers directly.

Mommò Pizza Shop, a family-owned pizzeria known for its local ingredients, is hosting a weekend soft opening in Fishkill.

The new storefront at 19 Robinson St offers pizzas, slices and salads for pickup starting today at 12 p.m.

The New York DEC warns residents in the Hudson Valley to squish spotted lanternflies immediately to cut next year's population.

Those outside the area are advised to take a photo or sample (using a jar with rubbing alcohol or sanitizer) and contact SLF responders.

Sawyer Savings Bank has closed branches in New Paltz, Highland, Saugerties and Marlboro after a network issue raised concerns about a data security risk from a vendor.

Customers can still use digital banking as officials work to investigate and restore services.

Local homeowners can track their 2026 STAR benefits online to see when payments will arrive this summer and fall + checks range from $350 to $600 while seniors may receive up to $1,500; signing up for direct deposit is recommended for faster processing.

Sen. Gillibrand introduced a bipartisan bill this morning that would make research on spotted lanternflies a top priority for the USDA — a move aimed at protecting local farms and vineyards in the Hudson Valley.

The proposal calls for new methods to detect and control the invasive pest.