Friday, February 20, 2026

1972--YALE JOEL

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YALE JOE was one of the village's most notable residents and an internationally recognized photographer. Read more about him here.

Click on the images below---1972--from the Overseas Press Club Magazine.



CROTON TRUSTEES TO DISCUSS REVISED PROPOSAL FOR STUDY ON VILLAGE COURT---WEDNESDAY 2/25

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You are encouraged to read the cover story of The Gazette (click on the partial  image) about the possible dissolution (yet again) of the village court, a shameful handling of Judge Watkins, and much more. The paper does not have an online presence but is available just about everywhere.



LIU WINS GOLD FOR THE US

Impressive display--LIU WINS GOLD FOR THE US--see the video at Alysa Liu wins the Olympic gold medal for the United States


SNOW ACCUMULATION ESTIMATES RELEASED FOR COASTAL STORM MPACTING HUDSON VALLEY

Find out the latest storm timeline; go to Snow Accumulation Estimates Released For Coastal Storm Impacting Hudson Valley | Mid Hudson Valley, NY Patch


OBITUARY AND SERVICE INFO FOR DANIEL PATRICK ROTHROCK

Daniel Patrick Rothrock, 40, of Croton-on-Hudson, NY, passed away on February 15, 2026. Born on July 28, 1985, in Mount Kisco, Daniel was the beloved son of Alice (Mariano) Rothrock and the late Robert Rothrock. Daniel was a proud graduate of Croton-Harmon High School, where he excelled in wrestling. He was recognized as the Most Outstanding Wrestler for Section One, won the sectional title, and was ranked Number 11 in New York State. His determination on the mat reflected the strength, intelligence, and passion he carried throughout his life. MORE AT Daniel Rothrock Obituary - Croton-On-Hudson, NY

TOWN OF CORTLANDT SERIES---WHERE HISTORY LIVES---THE POST HANNOCK HOUSE

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TOWN OF CORTLANDT SERIES---WHERE HISTORY LIVES---THE POST HANNOCK HOUSE--The Post Hannock House is where George Washington presented medals to the captors of Major John André, a British officer who conspired with Benedict Arnold to capture the American Fort in Garrison. Here is a brief summary: it involves Benedict Arnold and Major André....READ MORE AT Where History Lives Part 6: The Post Hannock House - Town of Cortlandt, NY News


BREAKING - SUPREME COURT REJECTS TRUMP'S GLOBAL TARIFFS

Read more at Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs - Maryland Daily Record

WESTCHESTER'S AERIN FRANKEL, US WOMEN'S HOCKEY WIN OLYMPIC GOLD

 

Chappaqua's Aerin Frankel, U.S. women's hockey win Olympic gold--LOHUD

Phil Strum--
Nancy Haggerty--Rockland/Westchester Journal News--Feb. 19, 2026--Updated Feb. 20, 2026, 9:48 a.m. ET


REMINDER---TODAY---2/20----FIRST ROUND OF PLAYOFFS CROTON TIGERS V. TUSKERS

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FROM THE CH HS ATHLETICS FB PAGE -FRIDAY NIGHT BLACKOUT PLAYOFF GAME!

Home Court. Home Crowd. Tiger Pride! Wear Black & pack the CHHS Gym. Friday 2/20 5:00pm Tigers vs Huskers. Be there! Facebook

CROTON SENIORS TODAY ---11 AM

Morning all, A NOTE FROM BOB ANDERSON: Late notice this week...who says jetlag is no big deal! I'm getting readjusted to the time and the weather.  We meet in the


Social hour begins at 11 with the meeting to start at 12.

Carolyn Whiting and Len Simon will say a few words and unveil the HEART plaque which has been installed.

We should have time for jokes this week so dig them up.

Also keep those pop tops coming


Next week the 27th is Fun Friday (wear club shirts) and we celebrate another 90th Birthday with cake! A tough month on the waistline for this group!

Pass the word to those members who don't have or read email.

And finally we remember our friends Tony and Ronnie who are together again.

NOW HOW DID WE NOT KNOW THIS ONE....CAN IT ANY SIMPLER?


It's on the agenda for today! Can it get any simpler? GO TO How To Make Sweet Paprika From Regular Paprika - DIY Enthusiasts

OUR REGULAR FRIDAY GUEST FEATURE--TOM FARANDA'S FOLLY---AND HIS FRIDAY COCKTAIL SERIES---REPRISING THE AVIATION

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OUR REGULAR FRIDAY GUEST FEATURE--TOM FARANDA'S FOLLY---AND HIS FRIDAY COCKTAIL SERIES---reprising the Aviation---AND FARANDA SAYS: 
I am doing a reprise with a new video because the one I did in early January was taken “private” and can no longer be viewed.

IN MID HUDSON NEWS, CROTON POLICE INVESTIGATE SWASTIKAS, CROTON LANDING PARK

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CROTON-ON-HUDSON – Police in Croton-on-Hudson are investigating two swastikas etched into the portable toilet at Croton Landing Park. They were notified of the hate markings on Sunday, February 15 and began an immediate investigation along with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. MORE AT Croton Police investigate swastikas etched at Croton Landing Park - Mid Hudson News

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE AN INTEREST IN: ANTI ICE GRAFITTI AT THE CROTON DAM; CLICK HERE

SERVICE INFO AND OBITUARY FOR JOHN T. CALVERT

Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, February 22nd from 2-4 & 7-9pm at Edward F Carter Funeral Home, 41 Grand Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Monday, February 23rd at 10am at Holy Name of Mary Church, 110 Grand Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 10 W Stevens Avenue, Hawthorne, NY 10532. MORE AT John Calvert Obituary - Croton-On-Hudson, NY