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Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ American Legion Post 429 in Rhinebeck is asking for help to rebuild its historic hall after a fire damaged the building on Sept. 8 and its insurance claim was denied — the fundraiser has raised $10,500 toward a $25,000 goal as it works to reopen the canteen and ballroom for local veterans and community groups. Daily Voice
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Christmas will open a holiday store soon at The Shoppes at South Road in Poughkeepsie, and customers can book Santa photos starting Nov. 21 — the brand plans to open 30 stores across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions. Poughkeepsie Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New York officials warned that scammers are calling and texting to collect personal information to send fake inflation rebate checks — residents should follow the official process if they qualify. Hudson Valley Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beacon writer Erin Somers will release her second novel The Ten Year Affair on Oct.21— the book tells a ten-year story of intertwined families and an affair set in a small Hudson Valley town. Somers uses her own move from Brooklyn to Beacon to show how people look for meaning in everyday life. Times Union
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After a school crossing guard died when he was struck by a car near Smith Elementary School, Assemblyman Jacobson urged the district to let all students ride the bus instead of just those living more than a half-mile away—while the district said it will work with state agencies to improve safety on busy roads. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters traveled to Albany on Tuesday to honor former Chelsea Fire Department Chief Robert Van Tassel, who died on October 30, 2022, along with 125 other fallen firefighters at the 28th Annual New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony. Governor Hochul issued proclamations naming Oct. 7 as Firefighter Appreciation Day & the week of Oct. 6 to Oct. 10 as Fire Prevention Week in New York State. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ The Dutchess County Board of Elections is seeking poll inspectors for Election Day on Nov. 4—applicants must be registered voters 18 or older who complete a paid training session and work from 5 a.m. to about 9:30 p.m. for $300. Poughkeepsie Journal
- ➤ The Dutchess County Board of Elections in Poughkeepsie is seeking poll inspectors for election day on November 4 to work from 5:30 a.m. until about 9:30 p.m.—registered voters 18 and older who complete mandatory training will receive $300. Mid Hudson News
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Hudson Valley Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s
7-9 p.m. — Zeus Brewing Company — Check website for ticket cost — Find your spark in a relaxed and friendly speed dating atmosphere.
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MET Live in HD: La Sonnambula
1-4 p.m. — Bardavon — Cost info not provided — Experience the enchanting music of 'La Sonnambula' broadcasted live from the Metropolitan Opera.
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