Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Poughkeepsie.
🎓 Education
Senate Bill S2631A could require public schools in New York to start later, with elementary schools at 8 a.m. and middle and high schools at 8:30 a.m. if passed.
Introduced by Senator Jackson with bipartisan support, the law would begin next school year (fall) and require annual compliance reports.
Little Water Prep, a charter school—serving K-5 since 2022, faces non-renewal after repeated audit delays and safety concerns.
The public board holds a hearing today at 6 p.m. at Poughkeepsie High School.
Marist has announced its inaugural Athletics Hall of Fame by inducting six key figures who helped shape its sports program including a former NFL star, an NBA All-Star, and award winners from MAAC.
The induction ceremony takes place Friday, Oct. 23 at the McCann Center during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend.
A new bill in Albany could change school start times if passed.
It would require elementary schools to begin at 8 a.m. and middle and high schools at 8:30 a.m., with districts filing annual reports to keep state education funding.
A Hudson Valley parent detailed repeated school bus safety problems including T-boning and wrong-way driving by the current transportation provider.
The district said it has removed drivers who did not meet its standards and will monitor the provider through its 2027-2028 contract.
Marist University will honor its first-ever Athletics Hall of Fame inductees—an NFL defensive end, an NBA All-Star, two MAAC standouts, a championship coach, plus a long-time trustee—on Friday, Oct.
23 at the McCann Center during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend.
🏥 Health
A Class II recall now affects 28oz Gatorade drinks in four flavors in New York, the FDA said, due to undeclared food colorings.
PepsiCo started the recall on Sept. 25 and urges shoppers to check their cabinets + fridges for affected Lemon Lime and Orange variants.
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Monday — after 108 measles cases were reported across New York, mainly in rural areas with low vaccination rates.
Hudson Valley families are urged to verify vaccination records and watch for measles symptoms.
🏈 Sports
Army football will host Tulane at Michie Stadium on Saturday, Oct.
10 at noon ET. The Black Knights, looking to secure their second American Conference win after a loss at Louisiana Tech, are aiming to learn from past mistakes and build momentum for the home game.
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