🌱 Patch AM: Sewer Leak Interrupts Service In Bolton Lakes Region

Also, don’t miss 2026 Fall Indoor Vendor Fair on the Vernon Patch calendar

Sewer Leak Interrupts Service In Bolton Lakes Region

The leak originated in Bolton, officials said.

Vernon Weekend Guide: Strong Family Farm's Harvest Festival And The Last Valley Falls Open House

Strong Family Farm stages its Harvest Festival with 40-plus vendors Sunday, and the Valley Falls Heritage Center has its last open house.

🌱 Patch AM: Recent Death Notices From Vernon

Spotted on the Vernon calendar: 2026 Fall Indoor Vendor Fair

🌱 Patch AM: The Legend Of Gunboat Johnson: The Singing 'Candidate'

Coming up on the Vernon Patch calendar: Online Estate Auction - Bidding Starts 10/13 Through 10/20 - Starts Closing 10/20 at 7pm

Vernon Pet Pantry Plans Oct. 17 Food Drive At Saxony Dog Park

Donations for dogs and cats will be collected from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Saxony Dog Park in Vernon.

🌱 Patch AM: Storytelling Mondays: Tales At The Wood. For children ages 3-6 and 10 more events

And on the Vernon Patch calendar - 2026 Fall Indoor Vendor Fair

5 Things To Know In Vernon: Overnight Route 31 Paving, $250 School Bus Camera Fines And More

Route 31 paving runs overnight into Monday in Vernon, $250 school bus camera fines are in effect, and absentee ballots are available.

🌱 Patch AM: Thinking of retiring here? See what everyday life in Vernon feels like.

Make time for Double Dog Days on the Vernon Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Vernon American Legion Hosting Halloween Events for Community

Coming up: Fall Fest on the Vernon Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Vernon Woman Charged With DUI In South Windsor

Happening soon: St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo on the Vernon Patch calendar

Milling, Paving Work Will Lead To Lane Closures, Delays In Vernon

Motorists should expect lane closures, delays and road closures during the work.

Governor Sees State Aid In Action At Old Mill In Vernon

Gov. Ned Lamont Wednesday had a first-hand look at what all that state aid is doing to preserve the historic Daniel's Mill building.

The Rockville Mural: Artist Offers A Guided Interpretation

The Rockville mural, "Threads of Community," is a public art installation sponsored by the Vernon Cultural District and others.

New 'Threads of Community' Mural Taking Shape in Vernon's Rockville Section

The mural is part of an effort to expand public art and arts activity in Vernon's historic downtown area.

Roof Comes Off Old Mill Complex In Vernon

The future hope is to convert the old mill into a residential and retail presence in the Downtown Rockville area.

Strong Family Farm Opens Registration For 15th Annual Scarecrow Contest

Categories include family, adult groups, youth groups, businesses and traditional scarecrows.

Vernon Establishment Featured On New Connecticut Haunted Trail Map

The new Connecticut Haunted Trail spans nine categories.

Vernon Pet Pantry Says Dog Food Supply Could Run Out In Just Days, Calls Donations 'Urgent'

Organizers said the Vernon Pet Pantry is running dangerously low and needs dry and canned dog food now.

Vernon Commemorates 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 With Moving Ceremony

First responders and officials in Vernon Friday commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

New England Civil War Museum To Host Free Living History Day

A day in October will re-live the Civil War.

Vernon To Mark 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks

A 9/11 remembrance ceremony will be staged in Vernon Friday.

Road Milling And Paving projects On Tap For 4 Areas Of Vernon

Work will affect several neighborhood streets in Vernon over the coming weeks, with roads closed to through traffic during construction.

Remember G. Fox? Vernon Historical Society Hosting Presentation On The Legendary Department Store

In the G. Fox Heyday, 960 Main St. was the business hub of Hartford.

Heavy Rains Pay Off — Tolland County Drought Advisory Lifted

Gov. Ned Lamont Friday Announced that drought advisories have been removed for all Connecticut counties

With 1st CT Human West Nile Case Announced, How Has Mosquito Testing Gone At Bolton Lake?

The latest mosquito testing results are in for Bolton Lake.

Vernon DPW Comes To The Rescue With Temporary Crosswalks Before First Day Of School

Rain has delayed line painting on a major road leading to schools.

Supermarket In Vernon Sells 6-Figure Winning CT Lottery Ticket

A CT Lottery vendor in Vernon had the hot hand recently.

Meet Vernon's New Superintendent Of Schools In The Municipal Video Series

This week, the series features new Vernon Superintendent of Schools Jennifer Hills-Papetti.

Vernon Officials: Paving Projects Will Be Done Before School Starts

Paving is taking place on two major locals roads close to the start of school in Vernon.

Vernon Seeks Public Input As Town Reviews Zoning Regulations

Vernon residents and business owners are being asked to complete a survey as the town reviews and revises its zoning regulations.

Water Company Invites Public Inside Vernon Treatment Plant For Open House

Connecticut Water will open its Vernon treatment facility to the public on Aug. 20 for a free look at how local drinking water is treated.

Vernon Flower Sale To Help The Community

Opportunity Works Connecticut will debut a 'Bouquet Bar' at Vernon Coffee Roasters, with proceeds supporting people with disabilities.

Connecticut Rivers Council Launches Incentive Campaign To Recruit 1,300 Cub Scouts In Vernon, Region

The Connecticut Rivers Council has launched its 'Hooked on Scouting' Campaign to recruit 1,300 Cub Scouts in the region.

Vernon Seeking Those Impacted By 9/11 Attacks For 25th Anniversary Ceremony

Police and fire officials are asking Vernon residents and business owners with direct 9/11 ties to contact the police chief.

Cornerstone Hosting 12th-Annual Back To School Boutique For Area Students

The free event at Cornerstone in Vernon will provide clothing, shoes and hygiene items to students in need from three towns.

Plans In Place For 2026 National Night Out In Vernon

The 2026 National Night Out is Aug. 4.

Vernon Fire Department Mourning Loss Of Longtime Cherished Member

Kathy Call passed away on July 13 at the age of 72.

Vernon Ice Cream Shop Invites Community Back For Free Cone Day On July 19

The ice cream shop will offer free regular-size cones for a limited time for National Ice Cream Day.

Community Rallying To Help Vernon Police Officer Whose Home Was Damaged By Storm

More than $4,000 has been raised so far.

Wapping Fair Returns to South Windsor September 4–7 2025

Four days of rides, food, live entertainment, and family fun at the John Mitchell Fairgrounds.

FCP Live-In Caregiver Saves The Day When Fire Starts Outside Home

“Kathy [FCP Live-In Caregiver] handled this emergency & may have kept the house from catching fire,” says Tricia, Estelle’s daughter-in-law.

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