Wednesday, February 4, 2026

BARRE ON HUDSON VALENTINE'S DAY COUPLE STRETCH

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BARRE ON HUDSON VALENTINE'S DAY COUPLE STRETCH---CLICK ON THE IMAGE---GO TO Events and Workshops — Barre on Hudson

HUDSON NATIONAL GOLF CLUB SEEKS ITS NEXT ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL

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HUDSON NATIONAL GOLF CLUB SEEKS ITS NEXT ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL-- See more at Assistant Golf Professional - Golf Business Network


WOULD-BE TRUMP ASSASSIN SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON--RYAN ROUTH

Would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison, according to several reports. Judge Aileen Cannon added an additional seven years for the indictment’s second count, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, ABC News reported.

“Your plot to kill was deliberate and evil,” Judge Aileen Cannon said, according to CNBC. “You are not a peaceful man. You are not a good man.”More at Would-Be Trump Assassin Sentenced To Life In Prison | The Daily Caller

JOSEPH PHELAN HAS DIED

Former village resident (Oneida) Joseph Phelan has died. Full obituary at the link below. Service info as follows:

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 5th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Curry & Giordano Funeral Home Inc. (313 N James St, Peekskill, NY 10566). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 5th 2026 at 12:15 PM at the Hillside Cemetery (1033 Oregon Rd, Cortlandt, NY 10567). Joseph Phelan Obituary (1948-2026) | Peekskill, NY

NEW FROM MY MSMERMAID LIFE---MS & TEMPERATURE CHANGES

A new post from My MSMERMAID LIFE:

Adriana shows how major temperature differences on MS affect mobility. It’s astonishing.

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WHITE HOUSE APPROVES MEDAL OF HONOR FOR FALLEN ARMY STAFF SGT MICHAEL OLLIS AFTER YEARSLONG PUSH

To all who worked so hard to make this happen, thank you.  

The White House has approved the Medal of Honor for fallen Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, a Staten Island, New York, native who died in Afghanistan in 2013, while shielding an allied soldier, according to Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., who said she was notified of the decision in a statement posted to social media. The decision follows years of advocacy from veterans' groups, elected officials and the Staten Island community to formally recognize Ollis’ actions, which supporters have long argued met the standard for our nation’s highest military honor. MORE ATWhite House approves Medal of Honor for Army Staff Sgt Michael Ollis | Fox News






NEWS 12--ABOUT THE HUDSON NATIONAL GOLF COURSE FIRE

See more at News 12 | Westchester | Fire damages Hudson National Golf Course in Croton-on-Hudson


REMINDER 2/6 DEADLINE--TOWN OF CORTLANDT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY---SENIOR RECREATION LEADER

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TOWN OF CORTLANDT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY---SENIOR RECREATION LEADER---READ MORE AT Employment Opportunity: Senior Recreation Leader FT - Town of Cortlandt, NY News

REMINDER AGENDA---2/4 BD OF TRUSTEES MEETING--SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Something for everyone in this one--from zoning to Gouveia to solar canopies and more; see the agenda and related documents at Board of Trustees Meeting | Croton-on-Hudson NY

YOU DON'T NEED ALL THIS...

 

To find 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). Often updated in real time too! And the latest product recalls too.

Go to Croton Crafts and Commerce | Facebook

And the Croton Crafts and Commerce page has news about The Blue Pig, Melita's, The Croton Artisans Gallery, Devotion Studio, Franki's Grill, Croton Mini Deli, Baked by Susan, Feed the Birds, Robbins, Croton Running Company, CVS, Apple Farm,105-Twenty, Raga and more.

AND THE LATEST SUPER BOWL AND VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIALS TOO!

MORE ON THAT $2M DETRANSITION LAWSUIT--LAWYERS SAYS IT'S A TIPPING POINT THAT EVERY DOCTOR SHOULD TAKE SERIOUSLY

A subject of intense local debate and the last days of "gender affirming care" and children in this country...perhaps....



We’re at a point where the law is the only thing that can heal the harm done by doctors and psychologists in the name of gender affirmation. Last week, 22-year-old Fox Varian successfully sued the doctors who conducted her process of transitioning from female to male, claiming negligence. Varian — once again living as a woman — will walk away with $2 million, but she’ll never get back her organs. And on Tuesday, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons became the first medical group to oppose surgical transition for kids, advising waiting until age 19.

Varian’s case is an important milestone — the first time someone is being held to account for churning children through a medical system fueled by ideology rather than evidence. There are at least 28 similar lawsuits headed to trial. MORE AT Lawyer for detransitioner warns of docs' 'lack of proper training'

AND NOW A WORD FROM BOB ANDERSON, PRES., CROTON SENIORS, EXCERPTS FROM HIS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

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AND NOW A WORD FROM BOB ANDERSON, PRESIDENT, CROTON SENIORS, EXCERPTS FROM HIS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:

We meet in the Community Room, Municipal Building. Executive meeting begins promptly at 11 upstairs. Social hour begins at 11 followed by the 1st of the month business meeting at noon. THIS FRIDAY.

Croton police dispatcher will speak with us this week.

Valentines Day Party next week. BRING AND SHARE YOUR SWEETS WITH THE GROUP! Ana Colella's 90th Birthday as well with a special cake from Francesca.

Coupons for exercise equipment will be available after the party!

And my thought for the day:

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ICYMI--SPECIAL PROMO ONE DAY ONLY! AT FEED THE BIRDS IN HONOR OF EAGLEFEST 2/7

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SPECIAL PROMO ONE DAY ONLY! AT FEED THE BIRDS IN HONOR OF EAGLEFEST 2/7---CLICK ON THE IMAGE.

AND NOW SOME OLD REQUESTS AT THE BLOG...FROM THE MAILBOX

Lots of items we are finally get around to:

--------A reader fondly remembers an event she attended on the Croton Riverfront "honoring/celebrating?" law enforcement with her late brother last year but can't remember the details. Help!

REPONSE: You MAY mean the National Night Out---see the photos and more at EverythingCroton: JUST A FEW PHOTOS FROM CROTON-ON-HUDSON'S NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 8/5/2025

--------A reader writes "I bought my daughter's communion dress--second hand--at a wonderful slightly upscale thrift shop in Harmon many years ago.  On a recent visit to family still in the village, I noted that it's gone. They don't remember the place. Name please. OPEN SOMEWHERE ELSE??? Details please.

RESPONSE: You must mean Elena's Boutique; it closed about ten years ago. A post is planned. Stay tuned.

--------A reader is looking for this1964 FOOTBALL article: CLICK HERE

--------A reader writes: "saw the great coverage of hero Daniel Penny on your blog at THE NY TIMES---THEY'RE AT IT AGAIN---AND THE PRIZE FOR THE WORST DANIEL PENNY COVERAGE GOES TO.... We need more men like this in the world. I was wondering what he is doing these days?"

RESPONSE: VIA GOOGLE A.I.: Happy to report that DANIEL PENNY is doing well; he has transitioned into a professional career in the private sector following his legal exoneration. In February 2025, Penny was hired as a "deal partner" by the prominent Silicon Valley venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). He works within their American Dynamism division; Penny’s hiring at a16z was reportedly supported by firm leadership, who cited his "courage in a tough situation" and expressed a commitment to evaluating people beyond their most difficult moments.

The father of Jordan Neely is suing civilly but this is expected to take years to resolve.