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Thursday, July 30, 2026
FROM THE CROTON.NEWS SITE--49 APARTMENTS, 31 QUESTIONS: PLANNING BOARD OPENS ITS REVIEW OF 425 S. RIVERSIDE
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
SOME RECENT POSTS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED...
Because life gets busy;
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***CROTON SENIOR CLUB 7/31; GO TO EverythingCroton: CROTON SENIOR MEETING 7/31
***7/30 Don't miss it! 7/30--THE NEXT CORTLANDT SUMMER CONCERT & MOVIE SERIES--CLASS ACTION BAND (ROCK CLASSICS)--see more at EverythingCroton: 7/30--THE NEXT CORTLANDT SUMMER CONCERT & MOVIE SERIES--CLASS ACTION BAND (ROCK CLASSICS)***SARCONE ET AL: EverythingCroton: ASST. US ATTY JOHN SARCONE: UTICA MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO CHILD EXPLOITATION CHARGES
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***TRENDING ON LOCAL SOCIAL MEDIA-NY LEADS NATION IN SCHOOL SPENDING--DESPITE 12% FEWER STUDENTS; GO HERE
***VINTAGE CROTON EverythingCroton: A CROTON TORNADO--FROM THE MAILBOX
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE PLANNING BOARD ETAL FROM JESSICA DIECKMAN
I’m disappointed to hear the village is considering letting a developer put a massive apartment building in across the street from Shop Rite where the children’s gym Straddles and other stores are currently, despite traffic, and steep slope laws.
My three daughters have all enjoyed the Straddles gym which has been there for over 33 years and has had thousands of children go through it. It’s a community asset that’s now on the chopping block for money and development.
I don’t understand why our village is adding a marijuana shop and catering to this business's needs and wants---yet now we looking at a popular gymnastics studio in Croton possibly getting the axe.
As a side note, It was fantastic when over a decade ago CVS decided to stop selling cigarettes in a public effort to promote human health and longevity. Right after that the BOT allowed the vape shop in right next to it which has been busted several times in sting operations for selling illegal substances. Yet their permit was renewed to operate despite how close they are to schools.
It’s disgraceful to see what is going on in Croton. Myself and others literally feel the town is going to pot.
This letter should be saved with village records of complaints.
As a side note, no one knew last nights meeting was not one that allowed public discussion. It was only standing room last night in the meeting and most people were frustrated we couldn’t speak and share our concerns. Please let me know when exactly the next meeting will be that will actually allow public comments. This is critically important.
Thank you.
The Blaze and the traffic problems there should make this big grandiose apartment a no go immediately. Have the developer go back to the original Tom Farracaro plan immediately.
Please answer my question.
—Jessica Dieckman
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DR. NO---THE 5 MOST SHOCKING MOMENTS FROM ANTHONY FAUCI'S SENATE TESTIMONY
Have to admit it--most of us didn't think he'd take the fifth....HERE'S THE 5 MOST SHOCKING MOMENTS VIA THE NY POST, but you really are encouraged to watch it for yourself. There are a few cringe moments which will require a strong stomach---
EXCERPTED: Democrats used their time on the dais to reflect on the “biased” nature of the proceedings........Fauci's attorney was ejected.....
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former head of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, stunned Republican senators on Wednesday when he refused to answer their questions about the COVID-19 pandemic by invoking his Fifth Amendment right at the start of a congressional hearing. MORE AT The 5 most shocking moments from Anthony Fauci's Senate testimony
SARCONE, DiGIROLAMO, AND RUSIN ANNOUNCE: SYRACUSE MAN SENTENCED TO 75 MONTHS FOR GUN AND DRUG TRAFFICKING
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK – Lomere Holliman, 23, of Syracuse, New York, was sentenced July 8th 2026, to 75 months in prison for possessing and distributing fentanyl and carrying a firearm during those crimes.
First Assistant United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Division of the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) Bryan DiGirolamo and Syracuse Police Chief Mark Rusin made the announcement. MORE AT Northern District of New York | Syracuse Man Sentenced to 75 Months for Gun and Drug Trafficking Offenses | United States Department of Justice
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FROM THE GREAT MATT TAIBBI---FAUCI'S DIARY ENTRIES EXPOSE MEDIA'S FAILURE DURING COVID
Newly released diary entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci reveal significant contradictions regarding the origins of COVID-19. Journalist Matt Taibbi highlights Fauci's private beliefs on gain-of-function research at the Wuhan lab, contrasting them with his public statements. Taibbi further criticizes the media's consistent failure to hold Fauci and other public figures accountable. SEE MORE AT Fauci's diary entries expose media's failure during COVID: Taibbi | Watch
CROTON SENIOR MEETING 7/31
Morning all,
Friday 07/31
15% / 0 in
Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 83F. Winds light and variable.
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Social hour begins at 11 and continues into the fun ...
Keeping an eye on the weather but I think we're good to go on Friday---Will keep you posted
Rita and Mary will be collecting for BBQ and Pizza party at the yacht club
We will celebrate Rocco's 95th this Friday...Wow! And he may have 2 jokes this week!
Keeping it short this week, hands full with Lions BBQ in the rain.

Daily morning visitor, Chipper
and today's chuckle
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Bring a joke and a smile
Be well,
El Presidente and Bob
7/28 PLANNING BOARD MEETING VIDEO IS NOW AVAILABLE AND A QUICK SYNOPSIS
You can see the 7/28 Planning Board meeting at Planning Board Meeting
Despite the sometimes-torrential downpours, there were many residents present as you can see. The applicant, however, was not allowed to speak nor were residents. Planning board members felt that application's paperwork was essentially deficient. Everyone will be back 8/11. There's much more but really, you should watch the meeting.
ICYMI CROTON LIONS SUMMERFEST PASTA WHEEL WINNERS--THANK YOU PIATO GREEK KITCHEN
Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools, our houses of worship--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.
ICYMI CROTON LIONS SUMMERFEST PASTA WHEEL WINNERS--THANK YOU PIATO GREEN KITCHEN
SEE THE WINNERS AT Summerfest Pasta Wheel Winners — Croton Lions Club
Thanks to everyone who participated and a BIG thanks to Piato Greek Kitchen for their generous donation!
A READER HAS PASSED ALONG THE FOLLOWING REGARDING DEVELOPMENT IN THE SOUTH RIVERSIDE/HARMON CORRIDOR
ROUTE 9 OVERNIGHT FLOODING
The road has been damaged by the flooding and will be closed until NYS DOT can make repairs, according to Fishkill police. MORE AT Overnight Flooding Washes Out Stretch Of Route 9 Near County Line | Mid Hudson Valley, NY Patch
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