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It's a public page and you needn't be on FB to view the content. Often updated in real time too! Go to Croton Crafts and Commerce | Facebook

And the Croton Crafts and Commerce page has news about The Blue Pig, Melita's, MEXTOGO, Devotion Studio, Croton River Artisans Gallery, YUKA'S LATIN FUSION, Feed the Birds, 105-Twenty, Franki's, THE CROTON GRILLE, LA CATRINA, Robbin's, Apple Farm, BAKED BY SUSAN, MEXTOGO, Croton Mini Deli, Deprez, The Tavern at Croton Landing, 3RD Universe, MONDAYS GIFTS, Raga, ShopRite, and more.

VOLTAGE REDUCTION EXPANDS TO MORE WESTCHESTER TOWNS AS HEAT DOME PROBLEMS PERSIST FOR SECOND DAY

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — Con Edison is asking customers in more communities in Westchester County to conserve energy while company crews race to repair equipment.

Con Edison has reduced voltage by 8 percent in the areas as a precaution to protect equipment and maintain service as repairs are completed, according to the utility. MORE AT Voltage Reductions Expand To More Westchester Towns As Heat Dome Related Problems Persist For Second Day | White Plains, NY Patch

The company also requests that customers refrain from charging electric vehicles until repairs are made.

FROM THE MAILBOX

A reader has a distinct memory of a television crew and Captain Kangaroo appearing---somewhat impromptu---here in the village---back in the 70's? Got anything?

Response: Well, we don't know about the "impromptu" part BUT we do have this from 1972--Captain Kangaroo filming an episode at Van Cortlandt Manor--go to EverythingCroton: OCTOBER 1972 CAPTAIN KANGAROO, VAN CORTLANDT MANOR, THE CROTON CONNECTION

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A reader remembers Jay and the Americans appearing somewhere in the village. Maybe the Starlight?

Response: Sorry we can find nothing; try the historical society Croton Historical Society

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A reader says: You had a post about church bell ringers and a local performance about ten years ago but I can't remember the details.

Response: You can only mean the RING AND SING events at Asbury Methodist; this post details the 2014 event at EverythingCroton: A BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK @ THE DECEMBER 14TH BETHEL BELLS RING & SING @ ASBURY METHODIST IN CROTON

Asbury may have other years available; contact them directly at asburycrotonumc.org

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A reader notes---actually complains---that there are posts pertaining to Canada and wonders why.

Response: Certain Canadian and US groups who took issue with Trudeau, government vaccine policies, mandates, etc. have developed an ongoing relationship with village residents.  From time to time, we all share articles of mutual interest.  Some of us also have Canadian relatives. Since these posts seem to give you the vapors, you do have options.

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Got this request again ---it was answered back in March but apparently was missed.

A reader is seeking info about an "old time folk music kit" she once found here...but misplaced the link. Help!

Response: You probably mean this--CROTON'S LEE HAYS---of Weavers fame----and his FOLK SONG KIT; go to EverythingCroton: MORE ON LEE HAYS AND THAT "FOLK SONG KIT"

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CONFIDENTIAL TO INQUIRING MINDS...the numbers speak for themselves.

HAPPY TO REPORT THAT "1776"-- WITH CROTON'S HOWARD DA SILVA--IS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ANY TIME ON YOUTUBE

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton -- our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

HAPPY TO REPORT THAT "1776"-- WITH CROTON'S HOWARD DA SILVA--IS AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING ANY TIME AT 1776

READ AND SEE MORE ABOUT DA SILVA AND HIS CROTON CONNECTION HERE.

And finally, a wonderful blog spot--with lots of photos--for Da Silva: Howard Da Silva: Character Actor Supreme of 1776, THE LOST WEEKEND, DAVID AND LISA and More

SERVICE INFO AND OBITUARY FOR TYLER BELLO

It is with much sadness that we announce that Tyler Bello, son of John and Jeanette Bello and brother of Michael, passed away unexpectedly on Monday June 29, 2026.

Tyler was born in 1994 and was the eldest of two children. Tyler is survived by his father John and brother Michael. He was predeceased by his mother, Jeanette.

Originally born in the Bronx, Tyler moved to Croton with his parents when he was two years old. Tyler attended the local schools in the Croton Harmon School District. Growing up, he very much enjoyed a passion for baseball and talking sports. First playing Little League, then onto Junior Varsity, Varsity and of course always Summer travel with the Mahopac Bulls. Tyler enjoyed attending major league baseball games with friends and family. MORE AT Tyler Bello - Halston Media Group

ACCUSED CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSIN TYLER ROBINSON DEALT COURTROOM BLOW, DAYS BEFORE PIVOTAL HEARING

Days before prosecutors are expected to publicly lay out their evidence in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the defense lost another courtroom fight Thursday, failing to block cameras from next week's closely watched preliminary hearing.

In a brief order, the Utah Supreme Court declined to hear accused assassin Tyler Robinson's appeal of Fourth District Judge Tony Graf Jr.'s decision allowing cameras inside the courtroom.

The justices also deemed Robinson's request to delay the proceedings moot, clearing the way for next week's preliminary hearing to move forward as scheduled......The ruling marks another setback for Robinson's defense team, which has aggressively challenged several of Graf's pretrial rulings in the months leading up to the hearing. More at Utah Supreme Court allows cameras at Charlie Kirk murder preliminary hearing | Fox News

AVOID RIVER---POWER OUTAGE AT SEWAGE PLANT

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — Westchester County health officials are telling people to stay out of the water as the long holiday weekend gets underway.  The Westchester County Department of Health is advising residents to avoid all recreational use of the Hudson River following a power failure at the Yonkers Sewage Treatment System. MORE AT 'Avoid Contact With River Until Further Notice': Power Outage At Sewage Treatment Plant Causes Concern | Rivertowns, NY Patch

SCAM ALERT--JURY DUTY

Got one of these about a month ago---

Heads up everyone:

Orange County Sheriff's Office Warns of Jury Duty Scam

AND NOW A QUICK RE-CAP OF SOME LOCAL CONGRATULATIONS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED---STAY TUNED, THERE WILL BE MORE

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.

AND NOW A QUICK RE-CAP OF SOME LOCAL CONGRATULATIONS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED---STAY TUNED, THERE WILL BE MORE:

****CONGRATULATIONS JOHN SARCONE; RECEIVES OUTSTANDING LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTIVE AWARD; CLICK HERE

****CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RECIPIENTS OF THE CROTON LIONS CLUB 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS; GO TO EverythingCroton: CROTON LIONS CLUB AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS

****CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RECIPIENTS OF THE CROTON ROTARY 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS; GO TO EverythingCroton: CONGRATULATIONS CROTON ROTARY, 2026 STANLEY KELLERHOUSE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

****CONGRATULATIONS ST. AUGUSTINE CLASS OF 2026 AWARD WINNERS; GO TO EverythingCroton: CLASS OF 2026 ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOOL GRADUATES & AWARDS

AND EverythingCroton: CONGRATULATIONS ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOOL VALECTORIAN ABIGAIL BRATT AND SALUTORIAN BIANCA BARROS

****CONGRATULTIONS SUMMERFEST 5050 WINNER EverythingCroton: CONGRATULATIONS HNM SUMMERFEST 50/50 WINNER

****HOLY NAME OF MARY CONGRATULATES THE 2026 GRADUATES; GO TO EverythingCroton: FROM THE 6/28 HOLY NAME OF MARY BULLETIN--CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES!

MORE ANTIFA TERRORISTS WERE JUST SENTENCED IN TEXAS

 

EXCERPT--READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE AT THE LINK BELOW

More Antifa terrorists were sentenced today. Andy Ngo, the independent journalist who's reported on Antifa for years, says there was crying in the courtroom and that one Antifa convict attempted suicide before sentencing.....  Of the 16 defendants, at least a quarter identify as trans, but they are all being housed in a facility matching their biological sex. MORE AT More Antifa Terrorists Were Just Sentenced in Texas

NY PROPOSES FIRST IN-NATION REGULATIONS ON PFAS--REQUIRES TREATMENT OF CONTAMINANTS IN LANDFILL LEACHATE

Numerous readers have sent this article and asked if it will impact the now closed Croton Point landfill; it seems most likely that it will but you should really consult with the appropriate officials to ask what if anything that means to the village and its residents:

ALBANY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation today announced proposed rules that would make New York the first state to require treatment of environmental contaminants in leachate at landfills.

The proposal would build on New York’s leadership in addressing PFAS and other harmful chemicals, strengthening protections for drinking water and reducing long-term risks to public health and the environment. MORE AT NY proposes first-in-nation regulations on PFAS | News | pressrepublican.com

OUR REGULAR FRIDAY GUEST FEATURE--TOM FARANDA'S FOLLY---AND HIS FRIDAY COCKTAIL SERIES--THE MOST POPULAR DRINK IN 1776 WAS...

Welcome to Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton-on-Hudson: our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools, our houses of worship -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

OUR REGULAR FRIDAY GUEST FEATURE--TOM FARANDA'S FOLLY---AND HIS FRIDAY COCKTAIL SERIES--most popular drink in 1776 was – here’s the answer--go to Friday cocktail – most popular drink in 1776 was – here’s the answer – Tom Faranda's Folly

CROTON’S CONNECTION TO THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

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.

CROTON’S CONNECTION TO THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

VIA THE CROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY--POSTED ON 

Croton Crafts and Commerce | Facebook

As we prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the day when the Continental Congress formally approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, Crotonites should take pride in our connection to crucial events that took place five days later in White Plains. On the afternoon of July 9, 1776, Colonel Pierre Van Cortlandt voted—as a member of the Provincial Congress of the Province of New-York—to approve the Declaration of Independence. Click the link to read the story of how his brave vote officially created the “State of New-York” and made the Declaration of Independence unanimous.

You can see the County’s rare copy of the Declaration at the Neuberger Museum of Art, SUNY Purchase, on display from July 4 to December 20, 2026.

The exhibition, The Declaration Distributed: Westchester County’s Holt Broadside of 1776, is made possible by Westchester County Government. Support for the project has been provided by the Friends of the Neuberger Museum of Art.

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The latest Croton Crafts and Commerce news (with a smattering of other local events too)...JUST VISIT THE CROTON CRAFTS AND COMMERCE FB PAGE INSTEAD.

It's a public page and you needn't be on FB to view the content (or sign in). Important product recall info posted as well. 

And the Croton Crafts and Commerce page has news about The Blue Pig, Melita's, Feed the Birds, LA CATRINA, Yuka's, Croton Running Company, Apple Farm, Shoprite, Baked by Susan, 105-Twenty, Franki's, Devotion Studio, Croton Mini Deli, Mondays Gifts, and so much more about your local business community.

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