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Poughkeepsie
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Poughkeepsie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ More than 3,000 people attended a comedy show with Jim Gaffigan at the MJN Convention Center in downtown Poughkeepsie Thursday evening—many dined at local restaurants before and after the performance. The event boosted downtown business as community members gathered for a night of laughter. Mid Hudson News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Robin Mack was named CEO of Think Dutchess Alliance for Business on November 1 and now leads the Dutchess County Local Development Corporation and the Dutchess County Industrial Development Agency (DCIDA) to boost local economic growth. A longtime Poughkeepsie resident with experience from Mount Vernon and Mastercard, she focuses on accountability, compliance, and transparency to strengthen the region's business ecosystem. Mid Hudson News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After negotiations paused in June, New York City and Catskills leaders are working on a two-year permitting plan for upstate reservoirs to be agreed on by the end of the year. City officials, local town leaders & environmental groups will use the new guidelines to balance water protection with community growth and plan for further changes after 2028. Times Union
- ➤ New York State offered an $1,800 birth allowance to new mothers on public assistance to help cover birth-related expenses — the benefit automatically applied when a newborn was added to an existing case and began on November 5. Hudson Valley Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Travelers from Poughkeepsie heading to New York City can use recent health inspection results from Nov. 10 to 14—117 of 203 establishments earned an A grade while others had lower scores based on food safety points. Poughkeepsie Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eldred’s eight-man football team won a 56-22 game on Saturday over second-ranked Unatego/Franklin/GMU + they will use their long-planned banquet as a pre-championship celebration today before playing Syracuse-area champion Morrisville-Eaton on Friday at Cicero-North High School. The Yellowjackets have built a six-game win streak and claimed the Section 9 championship. Mid Hudson News
- ➤ Army football lost 26-25 to Tulsa after surrendering an 11-point lead at Michie Stadium on November 22—leaving the Black Knights with a 5-5 record. The team faces a must-win game at UTSA on November 29 to secure bowl eligibility. Poughkeepsie Journal
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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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Small Business Holiday Party
6-11 p.m. — The Grandview — $90 — Celebrate the season with cocktails, a delicious buffet, and dancing overlooking the Hudson River.
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MET Live in HD: Andrea Chenier
1-3 p.m. — Bardavon — Ticket prices vary — Experience the majestic opera performance of Andrea Chenier broadcast live from the Metropolitan Opera.
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