A recent incentive program rolled out by the New York State Department of Corrections is offering foods like pizza and McDonald's as a reward for inmates getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
Dutchess County has a number of vaccine clinics coming up at the old JCPenney location in the Poughkeepsie Galleria, and will be offering all three vaccine options, first and second doses, and boosters for those who qualify.
With the current uptick in positive COVID cases in the Hudson Valley, whether identified as breakthrough or among the unvaccinated, the push for herd immunity and more vaccine opportunities is a priority, especially for school aged kids.