Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Tyrel Albin, who overcame homelessness with help from Hudson River Housing, is set to graduate technical school on Oct.

20 in Pensacola and will soon start his new assignment in Missouri. Hudson River Housing will host a video message event on Oct. 22 to celebrate his progress.

El Pollo Loco confirmed plans to open 15 restaurants in New York over the next five years, with its first Queens location set for mid-2027.

The West Coast chain is expanding its fire-grilled chicken menu to a new region.

Over the past 30 days, popular restaurants in the Hudson Valley have closed due to rising food and energy costs.

Beloved spots include a James Beard-nominated favorite + longtime neighborhood staples that closed today or recently, and some spaces may soon be taken over by new operators.

More than 1,300 building service workers in the Hudson Valley will receive $4-an-hour wage increases and pension improvements after their union ratified a new four-year contract on Oct.

8. The deal, negotiated with local building and realty institutes, preserves overtime protections and benefits eligibility.

Nearly 150 labor, civic and economic development leaders met on Thursday at SUNY New Paltz for the first Hudson Valley Energy Storage Summit, where they discussed how battery storage could boost grid reliability and lower costs.

Officials said a planned storage facility nearby remains under review (highlighting safety concerns).

Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson expressed concern over Little Water Preparatory’s renewal at a public hearing in Poughkeepsie this week and urged the school’s closure because it is on probation for charter violations and receives over $3 million in public funds.

The SUNY Charter Schools Institute will review public comments before deciding on its certification.

Residents heading out this holiday weekend can enjoy vivid fall colors as New Paltz nears 75% color change and Kingston achieves 70%, while other areas await more seasonal shifts.

The best displays are expected in the Hudson Valley, with peak foliage forecast in parts of Ulster and Orange Counties soon.

Town officials are asking for public input on the future of the former Dutchess Plaza property at the intersection of Dutchess Turnpike, Burnett Boulevard and Tucker Drive.

The workshop will be on Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. at Poughkeepsie Town Hall + the discussion will guide planning for the 144-acre Brickyard Brownfield Opportunity Area.

Today, New York health and energy officials advise residents keep home temperatures between 64 and 75°F with settings above 68°F for households with young children, older adults or those with health conditions to prevent frozen pipes; smart thermostats can help reduce energy use + maintain comfort.

Beacon remained unbeaten after its 47 to 6 win over Saugerties on Thursday, Oct.

8, highlighted by Elijah Epps's 157 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while Arlington and Lourdes boosted playoff hopes on Friday, Oct. 9 as teams across Dutchess County posted week 5 football scores.

Lourdes football overcame Minisink Valley on Friday as James Krauza scored three first-half touchdowns - the win marked the team’s fifth straight victory.