Thanksgiving Eve Festivities, Menorah Lighting

1) Here we go. The festivities -- and the sales begin. Groovy on Grand is one of many local shops offering discounts: starting today through Monday they are selling gift cards at 20 percent off. Have a business, bar or restaurant, with a sale or special celebration tonight, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, or beyond? Share here. 

Croton's Menorah Lighting begins today and will continue each night until the end of Hanukkah. The menorah is located at the corner of Benedict Boulevard and South Riverside Avenue. 

2) The Peak radio's beloved morning host, Caroline Corley passed away suddenly. She was so much more than a voice; condolence messages from fans throughout the region are pouring in. 

3) Be careful out there.

4) The news that Angelina Jolie had not bought property in Putnam was the best-read article on Hudson Valley Patches yesterday.

5) A man whose family has a history of domestic violence faces seven years in prison on an abuse case.