Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Residents can donate unwanted items to Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County's ReStore at the Nine Mall Plaza in Wappingers Falls, where donations help build or repair homes—donors can drop off items or schedule pick ups during hours from 10 AM to 6 PM, with extra focus around America Recycles Day in November.

Market 32 is marking 10 years with a month-long event that features daily spin contests and prizes such as free groceries for a year and $1,500 in free gas—offers available in-store and online.

The store has focused on fresh, quality food and genuine care as it thanks loyal customers.

Netflix has released its new documentary series True Haunting, which centers on Christopher DiCesare—a Valley Central graduate who began his college career at SUNY Geneseo in 1985 and experienced unexplained voices and shadowy figures around his dorm; his story and those of his friends have been captured in this chilling account for viewers.

Schools across New York will close for Diwali on Monday, October 20 as Governor Hochul's new law adds the holiday to school calendars.

NYC public schools and districts in Westchester and Erie counties will observe the day—families and students will enjoy a three-day weekend.

Dutchess County is installing a new modular burn building at the Emergency Response campus at 392 Creek Road in Hyde Park by summer 2026—this facility will replace the outdated training structure and let local firefighters practice live burn exercises under realistic conditions.

State inspectors in the Hudson Valley cited nine restaurants for having three or more critical health code violations in recent 2025 inspections.

Health officials say these issues, including unsafe food temperatures and poor hygiene, are serious—restaurants must address them quickly.

Monroe-Woodbury won a 2-0 girls' soccer game over Pine Bush on Thursday with goals by Grace Gilletto and Kate Allen.

The win marks their second victory this season—reinforcing the team's strong record in Section 9.

Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy Live — Cult of the Rock Star Night

6-8:30 p.m. — Bardavon — Ticket required — Experience a double feature with Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl at a legendary theater.

Paint & Sip Night at Crew Restaurant

6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Ticket required — Unleash your inner artist while enjoying wine and appetizers in a guided painting session.

Hudson Valley Speed Dating Event for Ages 20s/30s

7-9 p.m. — Zeus Brewing Company — Ticket required — Experience a fun and efficient way to meet potential matches at this lively speed dating event.

Annual Meeting with Dr. Meg Ronsheim

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — The Environmental Cooperative at the Vassar Barns — Registration required — Explore biodiversity changes in the Mid-Hudson region with expert insights from Dr. Meg Ronsheim.