Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Jersey Mike’s will soon open its first Ulster County shop at Kingswood Business Park on Ulster Avenue in Kingston (after a year of negotiations), and the opening date is pending.

Locals who previously traveled to Dutchess and Orange counties are excited for easier access to fresh subs.

Jersey Mike’s announced its first Ulster County location is coming soon to Kingston on Ulster Avenue after a year of negotiations — local fans are excited to finally have a nearby spot for their favorite sandwiches.

Qdoba Mexican Eats plans to expand with nearly 90 new restaurants across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania after securing deals with regional franchise operators on Dec.

10. The chain aims to open 100 restaurants annually by 2027 to double its US footprint by 2032.

Yes has extended its Fragile Tour through 2026, and a concert is scheduled on Mar.

14 at Bardavon in Poughkeepsie—featuring former members Jon Anderson and Rick Wakeman along with the current band. The group will perform the full 1971 album Fragile and other fan favorites.

Metro-North Railroad is running a new Holiday Lights Train on the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven lines for the holiday season.

A Peekskill resident captured the train arriving at 7:02 p.m., providing a festive view for families and commuters.

Scientists say a solar flare’s coronal mass ejection is expected to hit Earth early Tuesday and may allow northern lights to be seen in New York if skies stay clear; stargazers can watch the Geminid meteor shower, peaking overnight on Dec.

13 and 14 with 150 meteors per hour.

Eligible New Yorkers who used Google Play Billing from Aug.

16, 2016 to Sept. 30, 2023 may soon get settlement funds if the final hearing on Apr. 30 approves the deal—those already notified will see payments automatically sent while others might need to submit a supplemental claim.

Port Jervis Police Department reminds residents to clear their sidewalks within 24 hours after snow stops, while Poughkeepsie requires sidewalk and fire hydrant clearing within 12 hours; check your local codes for details.

Health officials urge residents to get vaccinated as flu cases surge in the Hudson Valley — Westchester County sees the highest numbers.

Vaccines for flu and COVID are available at local pharmacies and doctor’s offices, while a new Respiratory Surveillance Report tracks rising trends.

Rising flu, RSV and COVID cases have led several Hudson Valley hospitals to require masks for unvaccinated visitors to protect patients and staff.

Visitors should check current guidelines before heading to the hospital as policies may change.

John Cena expressed disappointment he could not perform at the MJN Center during his farewell tour in a recent interview with Tom Rinaldi.

His final match is set for Dec. 13 in Washington, D.C.

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.

New Year’s Celebration at Noon

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum — $12-$18 — Celebrate 2026 with music, crafts, science demos, and a lively countdown to noon.