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🌱 Police seek witnesses after deadly Poughkeepsie e-bike crash

Poughkeepsie, New York Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Poughkeepsie! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek witnesses after deadly Poughkeepsie e-bike crash
  • What will the new HOPE Center change on Oakley Street?
  • Which Poughkeepsie sandwich deserves the crown this month?

Also on today's calendar: Korea Festival 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid; cloudy, then some sun, temps: high: 81, low: 66.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. E-bike Rider Killed On Salt Point Turnpike In Poughkeepsie (hudsonvalleypost.com) — A Poughkeepsie resident riding an e-bike was killed early September 12 on Salt Point Turnpike, and a local driver has been arrested on vehicular manslaughter and DWI charges. Town of Poughkeepsie Police are still investigating and are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact their Traffic Division at 845-485-3666.
   

2. HOPE Center Now Reality For Dutchess County Unhoused (wrrv.com) — Poughkeepsie is moving forward with the HOPE Center, a $13 million state-funded emergency housing facility at 26 Oakley Street that will replace temporary units on North Hamilton Street. Approved by city and county leaders, it will house up to 99 people with 24-hour security and support services, initially serving adults and later focusing on single women and families.
   

3. Poughkeepsie sandwich lovers, this debate is for you (poughkeepsiejournal.com) — Poughkeepsie-area food fans are being asked to help crown the region’s best sandwich, with several standout options in the city, Eastdale Village, and nearby towns in Dutchess County. From Rossi’s and Lola’s in Poughkeepsie to Sugar & Spice in Poughkeepsie Plaza, the piece spotlights local favorites and invites you to vote online through September 24.
   

4. Legislature recognizes Hunger Action Month at September meeting (midhudsonnews.com) — Meeting in Poughkeepsie, the Dutchess County Legislature formally recognized Hunger Action Month and honored the Dutchess County Food Access Network for tackling food insecurity. Local leaders stressed how rising living costs are straining families and praised the many pantries, farms, nonprofits, and volunteers collaborating to strengthen the county’s food system with more dignified, reliable access to healthy food.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Lily, a cat who went missing in Union Vale, NY, has been safely reunited with their family after 3 days, 8 hours. Message from Owner: "Please help… (Nextdoor Lagrange)
  • I am still currently looking for homes for three Tabby sisters that are 8 months old one eight month old black female who is the sister to the Tabby girls.
    I have a 1-year-old black female who has three babies. I am looking for homes for them to go together all three babies with their mother she is… (Nextdoor Colonial)
  • Baskin Robbins posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Poughkeepsie. Apply here.
  • Globe Life posted a job opening for Life Insurance Sales Representative in Poughkeepsie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Poughkeepsie here.

Ok Poughkeepsie! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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