Avon FD Hosting Open House This Weekend

Avon Volunteer Fire Department will host family-friendly firehouse tours, truck displays, fire hose activities, and hot dogs.

Avon FD Leaders To Meet With Residents At Informal Event This Weekend

Avon residents can meet the chief and other AVFD leaders on Saturday to discuss fire safety, equipment, facilities, and more.

Avon FFs Prep For Water Rescues They Hope To Never Have To Make

Avon Volunteer Fire Department members trained on water rescue techniques during a simulated emergency at a local lake.

VIDEO: Avon Firefighters Help Elderly Rescue Horse Back On His Feet

Avon firefighters helped rescue a 23-year-old dressage horse at US Horse Welfare and Rescue after the beloved equine was unable to stand.

Avon Man Charged In South Windsor Pedestrian Hit-And-Run

The Avon man is due in Manchester Superior Court later this month, according to police.

Avon Volunteer FD Promotes Officers, Honors Longtime Members

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently promoted three officers, honored veteran members, and welcomed new volunteers.

Avon Slammed With Rash Of Car Break-Ins: Police

Avon police are urging residents to take action to combat an uptick in recent weeks of car break-ins.

Have Coffee With Avon Fire Chief This Week

Avon residents can meet with fire department leaders during a 'Coffee with the Chiefs' event at a local coffee shop.

Attorneys: New Evidence Expands Scope Of Avon Daycare Abuse Probe; Daycare Calls Situation 'Heartbreaking'

Attorneys representing families impacted said a new arrest warrant suggests alleged abuse extended beyond incidents captured on camera.

Extremist Group Targeting Kids Topic Of Avon Forum

State officials will discuss the online extremist group 764, youth exploitation, and internet safety at a forum in Avon next week.

More Charges Expected In Avon Daycare Child Sex Assault Probe: Police

The Avon resident is already facing several charges, and the now-closed daycare is facing several lawsuits.

As Avon Daycare Closes, Attorneys For Alleged Sex Abuse Victims Say Questions Remain

BrightPath Avon was expected to close on Friday as lawsuits continue over allegations against a former employee.

Expecting Flames, Avon FD Hit With Flood: AVFD

A burst pipe in a local building flooded the interior this week, creating a waterfall when Avon FFs responded to a fire alarm there.

More Legal Trouble For Former Avon Daycare Over Child Sex Assault Allegations

Two more lawsuits were filed this week accusing the daycare operators of negligence tied to alleged assaults by a former employee.

Avon Daycare Clarifies Sex Assault Suspect's Prior Assignments, Defends Hiring Practices: UPDATE

BrightPath said the accused former employee in Avon worked temporary shifts in Simsbury, Windsor, and West Hartford.

Ex-Preschool Worker Charged In Avon Child Abuse Case Worked At 3 Other Sites: Company

BrightPath officials said an ex-Avon employee charged with child abuse also worked at centers in West Hartford, Windsor, and Simsbury.

Meet Avon FD Leaders At 'Coffee With The Chiefs' Event Next Week

Avon residents can meet with AVFD officials over coffee at Doro Marketplace to discuss fire service operations and safety.

Remote Brush Fire In Avon Has Firefighters Sounding The Alarm

Avon firefighters recently had to hike into the woods to extinguish a brush fire near the former Huckleberry Hill School.

Avon PD Promotes 2 To New Roles On The Force

One was promoted to sergeant and the other to lieutenant during a ceremony attended by officers and families last week.

Police: Avon Daycare Worker Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 5 Children: UPDATE

Police said Friday the suspect faces added sexual assault counts, with five children victimized in six separate incidents.

Avon Child Care Center Announces Closure Following Abuse Allegations, Lawsuit

The national chain announced it will close its Avon site next month amid abuse allegations, a lawsuit, and criminal charges.

Avon PD To Host Drug Take-Back Event This Weekend

The event is part of National Drug Take-Back Day, a nationwide initiative to safely dispose of unused and unwanted medication.

Black Bear Sightings Reported In Avon — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026

New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in Avon this year as activity rises across Connecticut.

Avon Daycare Sued Over Allegations 3-Year-Old Was Abused: Court

Lawsuit alleges abuse of Avon child at BrightPath center; daycare operators accused of negligence and failures to protect.

Avon Preschool Employee Accused Of 'Inappropriate Contact:' Police

The Avon Police Department arrested the resident on Wednesday regarding an alleged incident at the site.

Gas Leak At Avon School Prompts Evacuation

The incident happened Tuesday afternoon at a private Montessori school on Fisher Drive.

Avon FD Honors Women Firefighters For Women's History Month

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department said more than 150 women have served the department since its founding in 1943.

Avon Investment Advisor Charged In $3.3M Fraud Scheme: Feds

The suspect, who pleaded not guilty, faces 11 federal counts tied to $3.3M fraud; released on $50K bond.

Avon PD Mourns Passing Of Longtime Police Chief

Although he retired in 2001, the beloved Avon resident and community servant still maintained a presence within the department.

Firefighter Rushed To Hospital As Blizzard Impacts Avon Fire: AVFD: UPDATE

The residential structure fire came as the town was being battered by a blizzard on Monday morning.

Avon Residents Urged To Prep for Melting Snow Flood Risks

Warmer temperatures are expected to melt existing snow, potentially creating flooding hazards around homes and businesses in Avon.

Several Units Rush To House Fire In Avon: AVFD

Units from Farmington, Avon, Canton, and Simsbury tended to the smoky blaze on Wednesday afternoon.

Avon FD Mourns Passing of Beloved Fire Official

The 35-year Avon Volunteer Fire Department veteran started as an explorer and worked his way up through the ranks.

Veteran Avon Police Officer Earns Big Promotion

She was sworn in recently during a special ceremony with family and colleagues.

Avon's Bravest Celebrate Its Members' Dedication At Awards Ceremony

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently honored several members for their milestones and accomplishments.

Avon FD's Ranks Grow With New Additions

The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently announced several new members/promotions within its firefighting/explorer ranks.

Unlocked Avon Vehicles Targeted By Thieves: Police

The Avon PD this week issued an alert that reports of vehicles being burglarized are on the upswing locally.

Woman, 2 Dogs Flee Burning Home In Avon: FD

Battling the blaze Saturday night were units from Avon, Canton, Farmington, and UConn.

Avon PD Warns Seniors To Watch Out For Scams

Avon police said there are many scams out there that prey on the elderly.

One Day Left To Fill Out Key Avon PD Survey

The Avon Police Department is seeking input from residents on how it operates.