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Poughkeepsie
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sorry Charlie pizzeria in Kingston was named one of America's best pizzerias by 5 Reasons To Visit — the review praised its balanced crust, fresh ingredients, and unique cheese blend. Hudson Valley Post
- ➤ Price Chopper and Market 32 will hold Double Exchange Day on November 16th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.—an event designed to counter the national penny shortage by doubling the value of exchanged pennies into gift cards. Customers must bring rolled or loose coins to the customer service desk and exchange between 50 cents and $100 in pennies to receive their rewards. Hudson Valley Post
- ➤ The former Good Bites rebranded as Valley Deli & Catering in Hopewell Junction and opened on Nov. 6 at 7:30 a.m.—offering a new breakfast menu, hot food bar and Boar’s Head deli sandwiches while keeping its popular milkshakes—and plans to serve a full catering menu with expanded hours. Loyal customers experienced the change as the deli marked a fresh start with these updated offerings. Hudson Valley Post
- ➤ Target has started a new '10-4 Rule' in New York stores — employees greet shoppers when they are ten feet away and offer help when they come within four feet to boost in-person shopping. Some Hudson Valley customers say the change feels friendly while others feel it is intrusive. Hudson Valley Post
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new job report showed October had one of the worst layoffs in over 20 years with 153,074 jobs cut nationwide amid the AI boom — New York WARN notices recorded significant local job losses that add to worries about the labor market. Hudson Valley Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Hudson Valley resident reported seeing duck hunters aiming rifles from a small boat off the Hudson near a public area in Newburgh, prompting police to respond while state rules allow hunting under strict distance and licensing laws—official guidelines require hunters to stay 500 feet from dwellings when using firearms. The incident has spurred discussion as locals weigh safety against legal hunting practices. WRRV
- ➤ Veterans were honored on November 11 with a main ceremony at the War Memorial in Poughkeepsie that featured a wreath presentation and an address by historian Craig Marshall—other towns held similar 11 a.m. ceremonies and participated in Operation Green Light. A ceremony is scheduled for today at 7:30 a.m. at John Jay High School in Hopewell Junction. 1450 WKIP
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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.
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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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Thanksgiving Feast at Shadows on the Hudson
11:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Shadows on the Hudson — Pricing not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a bountiful meal prepared by the talented chefs.
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Pet Photos with Santa
4-7 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Reservations recommended — Capture magical moments with Santa and your beloved pets.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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