Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Hudson River Housing lit the MidHudson Bridge green today in support of its Evening by the Hudson fundraiser, scheduled for Thursday, Oct.

22 at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie (featuring video updates from Tyrel Albin, who moved from homelessness to military service, plus dinner, auctions, and raffles).

U.S. Army Pfc. Albert Marks, missing for over 80 years after dying in Germany during World War II, had his remains returned to Albany on Oct.

9 through a dignified transfer by the Army National Guard at Albany International Airport.

The state DOT has posted billboards across the Hudson Valley to remind drivers to stay alert during deer mating season — deer-related crashes have led to up to 70,000 accidents statewide and five deaths per season, with a notable spike in Orange and Ulster counties.

Two new stores are now open at the Poughkeepsie Galleria - Pretzelmaker sells hand-rolled soft pretzel bites with sweet and savory sauces while Perfume De Lux offers natural oil-based perfumes near American Eagle for shoppers.

An abandoned brick building on Mount Beacon is a remnant of a hotel and casino that opened on Memorial Day in 1902 with the Incline Railway.

The casino burned down twice and was rebuilt in 1928 before closing in the early 1970s.

Alternating traffic took place from Thursday, Oct.

15 at 10pm until Friday morning on the Mid-Hudson Bridge as crews replaced sections and installed new paving. Additional overnight work will occur tonight and Saturday, affecting Route 9 approaches near Poughkeepsie—causing possible delays for fall visitors.

Remains of U.S. Army soldier Albert H.

Marks, missing for over 80 years from Kingston, returned to New York on Friday, Oct. 9 as Albany International Airport hosted a dignified ceremony with family and friends present.

Drivers using the New York State Thruway will pay more in early 2027 as tolls increase.

E-ZPass users will pay 4.9 cents per mile (up from 4.5) while drivers paying by mail will face a rate of 8.6 cents per mile.

Residents are urged to prep emergency kits with water, nonperishable food, flashlights + first aid supplies as powerful storms raise blackout risks.

The checklist, based on Ready.gov and the National Weather Service guidance, helps locals prepare for severe weather and power outages.

Rich Arnott released his Section 9 football picks for Week 7, detailing anticipated wins for local teams including Poughkeepsie's Spackenkill over the Pioneers among key contests aimed at postseason positioning.

The predictions cover matchups across Classes A, B, and AA as the regular season intensifies (according to the local insider).