Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Arlington Holiday Festival will be held on December 6 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Municipal Lot—41 Raymond Avenue in Poughkeepsie and will offer free entry.
On Sunday, Saugerties Police Department and the Ulster County Sheriff's Office worked with Price Chopper to collect food for local families in need.
Store patrons donated several carts of non-perishable items that were delivered—after sorting at Maria's St. John's Food Pantry on Cedar Street—to help families get ready for the holiday season.
🎭 Culture
A photo series shows a decade of Black Friday shopping in Poughkeepsie with images taken at local spots like the Galleria and nearby stores.
The series features key years such as 2015, 2017, and 2020 — a time when shopping patterns changed during the pandemic.
Rock music fans remember two rock stars from November 24 when Freddie Mercury died from AIDS at age 45 and Kiss drummer Eric Carr died from cancer at age 41—Carr’s family is known locally.
Their music and legacies still live on—an enduring part of rock history.
🏛️ Government
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will reverse its recent cancellation of naturalization ceremonies in counties including Rockland, Westchester, and Dutchess, as announced by U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler.
County Clerks will resume administering the Oath of Allegiance immediately (as confirmed by USCIS Director Joseph Edlow), restoring the process for new citizens.
🏈 Sports
Our Lady of Lourdes High School is dedicating its gym to honor former basketball coach Brian Giorgis, who led the girls’ team for 19 seasons to nine state championships and 451 wins (44 losses).
His long career also includes coaching other sports and inductions into New York state coaching halls of fame.
🎉 Poughkeepsie Events
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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.
Pet Photos with Santa
4-7 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Reservations recommended — Capture magical moments with Santa and your beloved pets.
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.
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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