Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of September.
Good morning, Poughkeepsie.
🏘️ Community
Take Me Home Pet Rescue removed nearly 20 dogs from a hoarding situation in Middle Hope after a call on Aug.
25 reported poor care with puppies crammed in one crate; Dutchess County SPCA now cares for three pups (Buddy, Lola, and Oreo) expected to be adoptable soon.
Local radio host Jenn Clarke retired yesterday after over a decade with Bold Gold Media, where she hosted 98.3 WSUL's Midday Mix.
Bold Gold announced Lourdesa Hunt as her replacement, and Hunt will host the weekday show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Dutchess County Fair announced that its 181st event will run from Aug.
24 to Aug. 29, 2027 in Rhinebeck, and it will offer rides, food, and live entertainment for all ages.
🎓 Education
School officials announced that all public school students will receive free breakfast and lunch during the upcoming school year as part of a state initiative to address food insecurity and help save families money.
Parents do not need to submit any documentation to qualify.
The 2026–2027 school year begins next week and officials urge drivers in Poughkeepsie to slow and stop for school buses (children may be boarding or exiting) to keep students safe.
🏥 Health
State health officials confirmed mosquito pools with West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis across Hudson Valley and other counties, so residents are urged to use repellent and check window screens (safety measures are key to preventing illness).
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