Monday, February 16, 2026

FROM THE MAILBOX----ASSORTED REQUESTS---CROTON IN THE 1960'S

Most of the recent (AND not so-recent) requests for assorted "Croton in the 1960's" items are posted below.  Click on the links:

**A resident has memories of swimming in a "not-so-clean Senasqua". Well then, you'll enjoy seeing this:  MORE HERE

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**FRED NILES (DAD) WAS IN 1967; SEE MORE HERE---AS WELL AS SOME ODDS & ENDS FROM SEPTEMBER 1967 IN CROTON; SEE MORE HERE 

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**Two or three assorted requests can be answered at this post as well: SOME CROTON BITS & PIECES 1965-1969; MORE HERE 

RICHARD OTTINGER HAS DIED

Richard Ottinger, a former Westchester County congressman known for his fierce environmental advocacy both in Washington and later as a professor and dean at Pace University's law school, has died at age 97. More at Richard Ottinger, former NY congressman and Pace law dean, dies at 97

2/18 BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA---SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN THIS ONE

From re-naming a street to the Half Moon Bay Bridge rehab, to the upcoming Little League Parade and more; go to Board of Trustees

ROBERT DUVALL HAS DIED

Robert Duvall died Sunday, according to his wife Luciana. He was 95.  Circumstances surrounding his death were not immediately made available.

"Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time," his wife shared online. "Bob passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort."'Godfather' star Robert Duvall dead at 95

1937 TUMBLE INN - ESQUIRE

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STUMBLED ACROSS THIS BLURB ABOUT THE TUMBLE INN 1937. Click on the images below from Esquire.

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ICYMI--TEQUILLA NIGHT---3/5---YUKA'S LATIN FUSION

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Sip, Shake & Taste---click on the image.
By Yukas Latin Fusion

Yukas Latin Fusion 
Thursday, Mar 5 from 6:45 pm to 8 pm EST

Price includes tax and gratuity.

Join us for Tequila Nights, an immersive mixology and tasting experience celebrating the craft and versatility of tequila.  
Sip, Shake & Taste Tickets, Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 6:45 PM | Eventbrite

FEED THE BIRDS WILL BE CLOSED 2/17, RE-OPEN 2/18

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FEED THE BIRDS WILL BE CLOSED 2/17. Re-open 2/18. Backyard Birding and Nature Store – Feed the Birds!


HUDSON VALLEY ATHLETE SKATES IN FIRST OLYMPIC EVENT

Poughkeepsie native, Clayton DeClemente, made his Olympic debut in Milan yesterday, taking to the Olympic ice in the men’s 1000-meter event. Read More: UPDATE: Hudson Valley Athlete Skates in First Olympic Event

MORE OF GLORIA SWANSON'S TRAPSHOOTING PROWESS

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1926---GLORIA SWANSON PROVES STAR AT TRAPSHOOTING

CLICK ON THE IMAGE FROM THE MONTGOMERY ADVERTISER, ALABAMA

SEE MORE OF GLORIA'S SHOOTING HERE AT HER CROTON ESTATE EverythingCroton: 1927, GET HIM, GLORIA!

BOYS VOLLEYBALL CLINIC--WINTER 2026

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BOYS VOLLEYBALL CLINIC--WINTER 2026

FEB 18 AND/OR FEB. 19TH

CLICK ON THE IMAGE FROM THE CH BOOSTER CLUB FB PAGE

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ANTI-ICE GRAFITTI AT THE CROTON DAM

As many of you will recall, the village and the area in general was hit with a slew of graffiti vandalism throughout the Floyd/Pandemic years. Much of this vandalism was political in nature and/or profane and/or obscene---and in one well documented incident at the highway overpass, violently anti police/defund the police.  You can find some of this recorded here and in back issues of the Gazette, as well as online at assorted facebook pages.  

Let it suffice to say that there has now been an incident of "ANTI-ICE" graffiti at the Croton Dam. See photo below.  The offensive word has been covered.  Both county and village authorities have been informed. Let's hope this is not the start of a trend.

Many thanks to the resident who photographed and reported this.

THIS POST IS CLOSED TO ALL COMMENTS.

A FEBRUARY 2026 UPDATE ON ANDREW WOLFE

Here’s the most up‑to‑date, verified information available about Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, the West Virginia National Guardsman who was shot in the head during an ambush near the White House in late November 2025.



Current Status of Andrew Wolfe--Andrew Wolfe survived the attack and is making significant, ongoing progress in his recovery.

Medical Recovery--His family reports he is healing well and progressing beyond early expectations.

He is preparing to begin residential rehabilitation and is scheduled for skull reconstruction surgery in March, described as routine and expected to improve his independence.

Wolfe is dealing with aphasia, meaning he generally understands others but has difficulty expressing words.

Earlier updates noted he was “slowly healing,” with his head wound improving and his appearance returning to normal.

Doctors have described his progress as “extraordinary” — he can breathe on his own and stand with assistance.
 
Public Statements---Wolfe himself posted on social media expressing gratitude to be alive and thanking supporters, acknowledging the difficulty of recovery but showing determination.
 
Recognition & Honors---Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Andrew Wolfe and Spc. Sarah Beckstrom (who was killed in the attack) will receive the Purple Heart.
 
The Attack--Wolfe and Beckstrom were shot in an ambush-style attack near the White House on Nov. 26–27, 2025. The shooter was identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, who was shot and restrained by other troops at the scene.

Current Legal Status--Lakanwal has pleaded not guilty to nine federal charges, including: First‑degree murder while armed; Multiple counts of assault with intent to kill; Illegal possession of a firearm; Firearm‑related violent‑crime charges

He is being held in federal detention and will remain jailed until trial. Possible Future Steps in the Case

1. Additional Charges May Be Added
Prosecutors have stated that the death penalty has not been ruled out, and they are considering a superseding indictment that could add new, more severe charges.
 
2. Upcoming Court Hearings...He has already been arraigned in federal court.Additional hearings are expected, including ones related to new assault‑with‑intent‑to‑kill charges filed in January.

 3. Trial Timeline...A trial schedule has not yet been finalized, but the judge is expected to outline the timeline in upcoming proceedings.

LINCOLN REMEMBRANCE DAY 2/21 PEEKSKILL

Always an outstanding event---Lincoln Remembrance Day---The Lincoln Depot Museum-Peekskill---2/21---click on the images---Fritz Klein, noted Lincoln re-enactor will be there. Your editor had the privilege of seeing Klein some years ago. Click on the images below. Home - Lincoln Depot Museum Lincoln Depot Museum



ICYMI----WHAT's NEW AT SOME OF OUR FAVORITE CROTON (AND NON-CROTON) BLOGS

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WHAT's NEW AT SOME OF OUR FAVORITE CROTON (AND NON-CROTON) BLOGS

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