Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
Good morning, Poughkeepsie.
🏘️ Community
At the Putnam Golf Course in Mahopac, 300 supporters gathered for the SPCA Evening for Celebration where Chief Ken Ross thanked everyone for helping fight animal cruelty + the organization received a $50,000 grant and marked his extra special birthday.
🏥 Health
J&D Brush Company recalled about 357,000 Bio Ionic curling irons on October 23rd due to a detachable barrel that caused burn injuries in 258 reported incidents—six of which led to minor burns.
Consumers are urged to stop using the irons and follow return instructions to receive free replacements.
Today, Foam and Wash Car Wash in Poughkeepsie partners with customers to support breast cancer programs by donating $10 from every new Unlimited sign-up to fund research+treatment efforts.
🏈 Sports
On Friday, the varsity girls volleyball team at Poughkeepsie High School cheered after earning its first berth in the NYSPHSAA Section 1 Class AA playoffs in many years.
Head coach Nedra Garriques said the 14-player team—trained since preseason—will travel Wednesday at 5 p.m. to face Yorktown High School as the No. 14 seed.
Monroe-Woodbury set a school record with a 73—0 shutout win over Washingtonville on Friday as it led 45—0 at halftime and dominated all four quarters during its homecoming game.
The team will finish the season with a game against Newburgh Free Academy at 4 p.m.
🎉 Poughkeepsie Events
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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.
Paint & Sip at Vino
6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Unleash creativity with guided painting and delicious drinks in a fun atmosphere.
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