Lookout for a New Text Message Stimulus Scam It's an understatement to say that anything regarding COVID-19 and stimulus checks is stressful. That's why scammers are currently out in full force. The Kingston Police Department is warning Kington residents and those in the Hudson Valley to be on the lookout for the latest COVID-Stimulus scam. According to a post on the Kingston Police Departments Facebook page, there has been yet another text message scam going around. This time, scammers will send a text message explaining that you have been enrolled for a "COVID-19 Relief Scheme." Along with the text is a link and promises of making up to "$1,472 every day."