Monday, February 16, 2026

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

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Join us for Tequila Nights, an immersive mixology and tasting experience celebrating the craft and versatility of tequila.  
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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

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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.

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

Happy Monday everyone....and now our regular weekly feature......IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

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

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VINTAGE CROTON AD 1940, TWENTY YEARS OF BILL GROPPER GALA CELEBRATION

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We love finding vintage ads and it's even better when they have a Croton connection. Here one from THE NEW MASSES FEB 1940 FOR CROTON'S BILL GROPPER AT THE MECCA TEMPLE---CLICK ON THE IMAGE--a gala celebration that featured none other than Gypsy Rose Lee---yes THAT Gypsy Rose Lee--as well as the dancer TAMIRIS and the English professional footballer, JOE NORTH among others. The Mecca Temple located at 131 W. 55th Street, is a historic Neo-Moorish building constructed in 1923–1924 for The Shriners. After financial issues, it was converted into the New York City Center for the performing arts by Mayor La Guardia in the 1940s and is a designated landmark.

For those who don't know, William Gropper was one of the village's most celebrated artists (you can read more about him at EverythingCroton: A LOOK BACK @ CROTON ARTIST WILLIAM GROPPER, 1945)

FOR MORE ADS WITH A CROTON CONNECTION, GO TO THE LINKS BELOW:

--1976/77 CROTON model train store, The Roundhouse; click here
--1963 JIM McGLONE, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VOLKSWAGEN EVER MADE; CLICK HERE
-- TUMBLE INN AD--FEDERAL THEATRE PROJECT BROCHURE 1934-1939
--1969, ANOTHER MULLIGATAWNY SPICE CLUB AD; CLICK HERE
--1926, THE ROAD TO FREEDOM CAMP; GO TO EverythingCroton: VINTAGE AD--1926--THE ROAD TO FREEDOM CAMP
--1947 ALTOUN KENNELS; CLICK HERE
--60's and 70's, assorted, CROTON WATCH ads; go to EverythingCroton: UPDATED--CROTON WATCH ADS
--1938 Photomatum business opportunity at CROTON POINT PARK; CLICK HERE
--1990'S, PAT VAILLANCOURT DOLLS; GO TO EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON ADS, 1990'S, PAT VAILLANCOURT DOLLS
-1967, CROTON WATCH, a humdinger of an ad; go to EverythingCroton: A HUMDINGER OF A VINTAGE CROTON WATCH AD
--1955, WITH MENTION OF SWANSON'S! GO TO EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON AD, SWANSON FLORIST MENTION 1955
--1961, SEE-DO PRODUCTIONS, DANCE; JOE PIRO, HIS FAMOUS PACHANGA; CLICK HERE
--1917 WOOD, HARMON; NEVER SAW THIS ONE BEFORE; BROOKLYN PROPERTY FOR SALE; GO TO EverythingCroton: WOOD, HARMON & CO. 1917
--1917 AD FOR THE SALE OF THE OSBORN SHIPYARD; CLICK HERE
--1960: MORE FROM CROTON'S HOUSE OF HEALTH; CLICK HERE
--1974, CROTON MODELING AD; CLICK HERE
--1972, RADIO YESTERYEAR; CLICK HERE
--1962, EASTER AD FOR VAN WYCK PHARMACY; GO TO EverythingCroton: ANOTHER VINTAGE CROTON AD WITH A CROTON CONNECTION -- 1962--VAN WYCK PHARMACY, EASTER & RUSSELL STOVER TOO
--1925, TWO FUN ADS from THE MIKADO INN. CLICK HERE
--1884, E. CHASE, Croton Landing--a few words about Brandreth's Pills and Allcock's Porous Plasters; CLICK HERE
--1956, CHEST OF TREASURES; CLICK HERE
--1926, MT. AIRY REAL ESTATE AD; WITH INTERESTING CONTENT; CLICK HERE
--1928, LUCKY ORIENT RING, GO TO
EverythingCroton: VINTAGE "HARMON-ON-HUDSON" AD, 1928, LUCKY ORIENT RING
--1950'S; ED RONDTHALER ADS; CLICK HERE
--1977, Croton's RADIOLA! Click here
--1900, CROTON'S "MRS. KLEEHAMMER" AND CELERY KING! SEE MORE HERE
--Click on the link for VINTAGE AD - CROTON MILITARY INSTITUTE 1895
--THAT 1960 NIGHT LIGHT ASH TRAY! CLICK HERE
--1978, BE A MODEL; CLICK HERE
--1961, CROTON'S SUNSHINE TERRACE, CLICK HERE
--1961, FROM THE MAIL TRADER, "TIPS" CO., SEVERAL ADS; CLICK HERE
--1939, SOME OLD SCHOOL CROTON SCAMMING, CLICK HERE
--1968 AND 1983, PICK PRODUCTS (PICCIANO); CLICK HERE
--1960 CROTON'S HOUSE OF HEALTH; CLICK HERE
--1909, UNDERHILL, SOMETHING NEW IN STRAWBERRIES! CLICK HERE
--1949/50 HARMON HATS! CLICK HERE
--1954/55 RAPID RIBBON! CLICK HERE
--1975 Bicentennial mailbox cover; CLICK HERE
--1950'S! THE AMY ABBOTT ADS! CLICK HERE
--1960'S! CROTON "HOUSE OF HEALTH"! CLICK HERE
--1969! CROTON MULLIGATAWNY SPICE CLUB; CLICK HERE
--1966! ART OF ALL NATIONS! CLICK HERE
--1973, FREE FOOD WARMER WITH SUBSCRIPTION TO THE CROTON CORTLANDT NEWS; CLICK HERE
--1975, DICK MANLEY DULCIMERS; CLICK HERE
--1961, POODLE DOORKNOCKER; CLICK HERE
--1937, TUMBLE INN; CLICK HERE
--1977 LITTLE MISS HALF PINT CARVEL; GO TO EverythingCroton: LITTLE MISS HALF PINT 1977 CROTON...AND MORE....
--1959 CROTON MANSIONETTE FOR SALE; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1959--VARIETY---CROTON "MANSIONETTE" FOR SALE
--THE PERFUME FACTORY, TONKAIRE, 1946; GO TO EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON AD---COMPAGNIE PARENTO---THE PERFUME FACTORY, 1946
--1960 JIM McGLONE AD; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1960 JIM McGLONE VW AD
and one more for McGlone: EverythingCroton: 1959 JIM McGLONE AD--"MOBILE OFFICE", PATENT TRADER
--1960 ELLEY SECRETARIAL SCHOOL FOR GIRLS; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1960--MILDRED ELLEY SECRETARIAL SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
--1974, WHOLE EARTH CATALOG; GRAND STEET FOR THE FLY FISHERMAN....GO TO EverythingCroton: 1974, VINTAGE CROTON AD, FLY FISHERMAN'S BOOKCASE & TACKLE SERVICE, GRAND STREET
AND MORE AT EverythingCroton: MORE ON THAT VINTAGE CROTON BUSINESS, THE FLY FISHERMAN'S BOOKCASE & TACKLE SERVICE
--1971, ART AUCTION, Temple Israel; go to EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON AD 1971, ART AUCTION, TEMPLE ISRAEL
--1876! EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON AD 1876, DR. UNDERHILL'S PURE CROTON POINT WINE DEPOT
--1970, ART OF ALL NATIONS; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1970, ART OF ALL NATIONS, A VINTAGE CROTON AD
--1968 PIRCIO DRY CLEANERS; GO TO EverythingCroton: VINTAGE CROTON AD--1968--PIRCIO DRY CLEANERS
--1962, SOL GERSTEIN; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1962 SOL GERSTEIN & SONS (LOVE THE AD COPY)
--1929, BORDENS MILK; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1929 BORDEN'S GRADE A MILK AD... YES, EVEN IN CROTON... WHILE ON VACATION...
--1941 SWEATERS CHEZ VOUS; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1941 SWEATERS CHEZ VOUS AND CROTON CLOTHES TOO
--1933 VAN WYCK GARDENS LODGE; GO TO EverythingCroton: 1933 VAN WYCK GARDENS LODGE
--1969 KELLEHER APPLIANCE; CLICK HERE
--1980's assorted VIDEO CONNECTION ADS; go to EverythingCroton: THE 1980'S---AND CROTON'S VIDEO CONNECTION
--1968 ROBBINS AND LOFT'S CANDY; CLICK HERE
--1971 ROBBIN'S BABY CONTEST; CLICK HERE
--1958, CZAR NICHOLAS, MADAME RACHEL, VERNE HOUSE, ROUTE 9, GO TO EverythingCroton: 1958 VINTAGE CROTON AD---CZAR NICOLAS I---MADAME RACHEL--VERNE HOUSE

EARTHQUAKE REPORTED IN NY

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TOWN OF CORTLANDT YARD SELLER REGISTRATION COMING SOON---2ND ANNUAL EVENT

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Yard Sale Seller Registration Coming Soon! - Town of Cortlandt, NY News - TOWN OF CORTLANDT YARD SELLER REGISTRATION COMING SOON---Get ready, treasure hunters! Cortlandt's second Yard Sale is Saturday, May 9th from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM at the Cortlandt Waterfront Park! Enjoy a day at our beautiful Waterfront Park with music, food trucks, great views, and great finds.  For more information, please contact our Recreation Department at 914-734-1050.   Registration for sellers will begin on Friday, February 27th at www.townofcortlandtny.gov/reconline.

IN THE NEWS--TRUMP TERMINATES PROTECTED STATUS FOR YEMENI MIGRANTS AFTER SCORDING MAJOR COURT VICTORY

2/13/2026 - The Trump administration has moved to end Temporary Protected Status for Yemen just days after a major court victory allowing the Department of Homeland Security to strip the designation from Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal. MORE AT Trump Terminates Protected Status for Yemeni Migrants After Scoring Major Court Victory