October 14, 2025

For two long years, families have endured unimaginable pain, sleepless nights, and endless heartache. Today, their prayers have been answered, as the remaining hostages are finally home in the arms of their loved ones, where they belong.

This is more than a diplomatic success; it is a profound moral moment, a powerful reminder of our shared humanity and the sacred value of every life.

We must never forget the terrorist act that brought us here, and we must stand together to say, with one voice: never forget and never again. Terrorism has no place in Israel, Gaza, or anywhere in the world.



Elie Wiesel once said, “The opposite of love is not hate, it’s indifference.” Today, we reject indifference and choose remembrance. And we choose hope: the hope that peace is possible.

Three Decades of Harmony! A huge congratulations to the Riskos on their 30th Anniversary of bringing the gift of music to our community. Thank you for the soundtrack – you deserve the loudest applause.

The Ossining Haunted Trail of Terror returns for two nights of thrilling entertainment on Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

This year's theme is a captivating and chilling take on classic stories: "Scary Fairy Tales." The event will be held at the Ossining Recreation Center, 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY.

Admission Details:

• Entry to the event grounds is FREE.
• Tickets for the Haunted Trail experience are $5 per person.

Note on Tickets: Tickets for the Haunted Trail are selling quickly and are expected to sell out in advance. If the event sells out prior to the dates, no tickets will be sold on-site. Secure your spot now to ensure entry.

Register and Purchase Tickets Here: https://bit.ly/OssHauntedKill2025

*Recommended for ages 13 and up*

The Ossining Police Reform and Advisory Committee invites Ossining residents and businesses to a Community Engagement meeting with the Ossining Police Department.

When: Wednesday, October 16th at 7:00 PM

Where: Budarz Theater, Ossining Public Library (53 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY)

Topic: Professional Development within the Ossining Police Department

All are welcome.

Westchester County will host a shredder event on Saturday, April 5^th, from 10am – 1pm in Ossining at the Joseph G. Caputo Community Center.

Residents can bring up to 4 file-size (10" x12" x15") boxes of confidential papers per household for shredding. Please remove all large binder clips and covers. Papers from businesses, institutions, or commercial enterprises are not acceptable and will be rejected, as will any junk mail or newspapers.

Service at the event works on a first-come-first-served basis, as the Mobile Shredder unit can reach its maximum capacity before closing. It is important to know where you place the paper to be shredded - and it should not be with matches, lighters, or anything combustible. Staff at the event will check the material before being shredded.

Please call the county's Recycling Helpline at (914) 813-5425 to check on a cancellation or early closure.

Remember, it's best to shred documents you're no longer using that contain personal identifying information such as name, address, phone number, credit card number, or social security number. Such documents should be shredded before they are thrown out for recycling.

Some examples are:

• expired credit card statements and receipts
• old tax returns or personal documents containing your name, address, or other identifying information.
• pre-approved credit card application licenses

As this service is gaining in popularity, so please come prepared. Remove all metal clips, fasteners, binders, folders, and hardcovers, and place the papers loosely in a box. Hardcovers – cardboard or plastic covers on items such as ledger books, marble composition books, and hardcover books – cannot be shredded and will be turned away. Residents must rip pages from hardcover books for shredding and throw the covers in their regular household trash.

This week’s Legislative Meeting will take place at 7:30PM at the Courthouse.

1. We will begin a Public Hearing on proposed changes to the T Zone.
2. The Board will then have a resolution to approve the Letter of Resolution with SHPO (NYS Historic Preservation) regarding construction on the Multi Modal Transportation Hub.
3. There will be two resolutions regarding the proposed zoning changes to the RDD (Riverfront Development District) Zoning District: one to adopt a Negative Declaration for SEQR, and another to adopt the local law itself (after getting feedback from the Planning Board/ EAC and holding a Public Hearing at the September 30^th Legislative Meeting).
4. There will be (6) resolutions to adjust Capital Projects for various projects, including the 2022 (now 2025) Spring Street Sidewalks & Street Project (CDBG), the MMTH (DRI and ESD), the Community Center Roof Replacement (DRI), the Market Square Enhancement & Expansion (DRI), Station Plaza streetscaping (DRI) and the Community Center Renovation project (DRI).
5. Finally, under New Business, there will be a resolution authorizing an agreement with Westchester County for the 2025 Summer Youth Employment program.

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