UPDATED--MICHIGAN ATTEMPTED CAR BOMBER WHO RAMMED THROUGH TEMPLE SYNAGOGUE IS DEAD

An attempted car bomber plowed a vehicle full of explosives into the preschool entrance of Jewish synagogue in Michigan and barreled down a hallway before security opened fire, killing the suspect before any carnage was unleashed.  MORE AT Driver who rammed car into Michigan's Temple Israel synagogue and preschool is dead

2026 NYS BUDGET PROPOSALS RE: EDUCATION

FOUNDATION AID: The governor and legislature are divided on how to best fund New York schools.

Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal would keep the Foundation Aid school funding formula unchanged and includes a 1 percent minimum bump over last year for all school districts, bringing her total to $27.1 billion. The Senate and Assembly both want to amend the formula to increase funding for students experiencing homelessness, those in foster care, and English language learners. They also proposed a minimum 2 percent funding boost for districts.

The Senate’s plan would cost $285.3 million more than Hochul’s, while the Assembly’s would add $630.6 million.

SUNY FUNDING: Hochul proposed allocating $14.7 billion to the State University of New York system, roughly $1 billion less than last year. The Assembly would increase that amount by nearly $11 billion — largely for capital projects. The Senate called for a smaller funding boost, adding $1.8 billion to the executive budget.

CUNY FUNDING: Lawmakers proposed boosting funding for the City University of New York system, mostly for capital projects. Hochul’s budget includes $6.4 billion for the system, about $211 million more than last year. The Senate would add another $1.9 billion, while the Assembly proposed $8.7 billion more than the governor.

ACTIVE SHOOTER AT TEMPLE ISRAEL IN MICHIGAN AFTER CAR SMASHES INTO BUILDING

MORE AT Active shooter reported at Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan after car smashes into building

Updated: he's dead EverythingCroton: UPDATED--MICHIGAN ATTEMPTED CAR BOMBER WHO RAMMED THROUGH TEMPLE SYNAGOGUE IS DEAD

NEWS 12 THREATS AGAINST CROTON FIREFIGHTERS AND EMS WORKERS LEAD TO FELONY CHARGES

Police said Jonathan Brooks of Peekskill threatened firefighters on social media last month. MORE AT News 12 | Hudson Valley | Threats against Croton firefighters and EMS workers lead to felony charges

NYS BOATING AND JET SKI SAFETY CERTIFICATION CLASS

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NYS Boating and Jet Ski Safety Certification Class
Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Croton Yacht Club, 6 Elliott Way

This safety certification class is mandatory for anyone operating a motorboat or jet ski in New York State. Registration is a two-part process: participants must first register themselves and family members through the New York State Parks website and then complete payment at nyboatingsafety.com; those who have already paid should complete registration for themselves and family members on the nyboatingsafety.com site. Please be sure to use your legal name (no nicknames) when registering. The fee is $75. For questions, contact alan@nyboatingsafety.com or call 516-325-1251. Attendees must park outside the property in the lots located north and south of the club.

A REMINDER FROM FEED THE BIRDS

A REMINDER FROM FEED THE BIRDS----It's nearly that time of the year, and we're ready.

From bird-specific boxes, to nesting materials, to specifically sized portals to refresh or protect your existing boxes....

'Feed the Birds!' has EVERYTHING you need for a successful nesting season.

Visit us in-store or at www.feedthebirdscroton.com

MIRANDA DEVINE AND THOSE CORRUPTED NEWS ORGANIZATIONS.....

The sinister media soft-soaping of Saturday’s ISIS bomb attack on the Upper East Side shows exactly whose side these corrupted news organizations are on — and it’s not yours.

They are so far in the tank for the revolutionary left that they aren’t even capable of hiding it with their usual cunning. MORE AT Miranda Devine: The far-left media showed just whose side they're on during coverage of the NYC ISIS-inspired bomb attack

GEOPHYSICIST ANSWERS QUESTIONS ABOUT EARTHQUAKES IN NY AND BEYOND

As many of you know, the area experienced a small earthquake recently. This has prompted a number of questions and online commentary. The Journal News has a very informative article which addresses many of these issues. MORE AT Are Lower Hudson Valley NY earthquakes happening more often?

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SOME RECENT POSTS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED....

Because life gets busy---stay tuned for a special post-Presidents Day post---but for now:

***SOUP SEASON, PART Seven; GO HERE

***NUMBER TWO, FOR OUR TRAIN & RAIL FANS, OUR VERY BUSY CROTON-HARMON STATION, A COLLECTION OF VIDEOS AND LINKS--PAST PRESENT FUTURE; GO HERE

***1914, NY CENTRAL, HARMON WORKSHOPS! Go here

***MORE CROTON RAILROAD MEN, parts 1 and 2, 1940's; go here

***COURT RULES FIRST GRADERS HAVE FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS IN BLACK LIVES MATTER DISPUTE; go here

***The latest from Adriana; EverythingCroton: AND NOW A WORD FROM ADRIANA---5 THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT ME (NON-MS EDITION)

***HOLY NAME'S 300 CLUB FUNDRAISER IS BACK; GO TO EverythingCroton: IMPORTANT FUNDRAISER! THE 300 CLUB IS BACK AT HOLY NAME OF MARY

***Republican flips Democrat-held seat for first time in nearly 4 decades

***FANI WILLIS BLOCKED AGAIN; GO TO EverythingCroton: FANI WILLIS BLOCKED YET AGAIN FROM COLLAPSED RICO CASE AS PRESIDENT PUSHES TO CLAW BACK MILLIONS

TIMES UNION--JUDGE RULES AGAINST SARCONE BUT HE REMAINS AT HELM OF NDNY

Read more at Judge rules against Sarcone, but he remains at helm of NDNY

You may also have an interest in EverythingCroton: BINGHAMTON MAN CHARGED WITH MAKING THREATS TOWARD TRUMP, SARCONE COMMENTARY

CROTON HARMON MUSIC THEATER PRESENTS--LEGALLY BLONDE JR.

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3/20 AND 3/21----FOR TICKETS, GO TO Croton Harmon Music Theater Presents: Legally Blonde Jr.

ICYMI-----ABOUT THAT NY TIMES/HECHLINGER ARTICLE---FROM THE CROTON HARMON DISTRICT, STEPHEN WALKER

ABOUT THAT NY TIMES/HECHLINGER ARTICLE---FROM THE CROTON HARMON DISTRICT, STEPHEN WALKER

Dear Croton-Harmon Community:

Yesterday, an article about technology use in elementary schools that included references to the Croton-Harmon School District was picked up by The New York Times from The Hechinger Report, a nonprofit newsroom that covers education. While the piece raises questions about screen use in schools, it does not fully reflect the broader work our district has been engaged in for some time or the leadership Croton-Harmon has taken in examining this important issue.

When contacted by the reporter at The Hechinger Report, I provided a detailed written response outlining the district’s philosophy and approach to technology in our schools. Because the article did not include the full context of that response, I am sharing it in its entirety below and encourage you to review it. It reflects the message I also delivered in my recent Community Update and Superintendent’s Video on this same topic. READ THE REST AT EverythingCroton: ABOUT THAT NY TIMES/HECHLINGER ARTICLE---FROM THE CROTON HARMON DISTRICT, STEPHEN WALKER

ON THE LATE MICHAEL DePALMA, FROM THE CROTON 125 COMMEMORATIVE

Click on the image. Michael DePalma: A Family Devoted to Croton

CROTON-HARMON CELEBRATES KERRI TRACEY

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FROM THE CROTON HARMON HS ATHLETICS FB PAGE---Happy National Athletic Training Month! This month we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible Athletic Trainer, Kerri Tracey, for the dedication, care, and expertise she brings to our Croton-Harmon student-athletes every single day.

From injury prevention and rehabilitation to game-day coverage and athlete education, Kerri plays an essential role in keeping our Tigers healthy, safe, and performing at their best. She is often the first one on the field when an athlete needs help and the steady support behind the scenes helping our athletes recover and return stronger.

Our athletes, coaches, and families are grateful for the compassion, professionalism, and commitment she shows to the Croton-Harmon community.\

Thank you, Kerri, for everything you do for Croton Athletics!
Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger. PHOTO AT Facebook