Vernon Historical Society Preparing For Popular Annual Book Sale

Items are needed for the annual Vernon Historical Society book sale.

Vernon CT Lottery Player Nabs $100,000 Prize In Nightly Draw Game

A Vernon CT Lottery vendor had the right touch in a popular draw game.

Vernon Teacher Commissioned To First-Ever CT Military History Post

A Vernon teacher is becoming Connecticut's first command historian.

Additional $1 Million Headed For Grove Court Renovations In Vernon

A project to renovate Grove Court in Vernon now has $3 million in grants.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

The latest Gem is a nice place for unwinding, reading, for quiet reflection or to take in a majestic waterfall.

Tossed Booze Bottles At Vernon Sledding Hill Renews Nip Concerns

Discarded mini liquor bottles at VCMS has prompted a reminder about Vernon's "Nip Responsibly" campaign, along with hefty littering fines.

Con Man Or Count? Vernon's Hans Munchow Studied In Upcoming Program

A notorious Vernon resident from the early 1900s is the subject of an upcoming historical society program.

Donations Wanted!

Arts Center East is accepting donations for their upcoming Art Tag Sale.

Vernon Officials Touting Local Alert System

As Vernon gets deeper into winter, local officials are stressing the town's alert system.

​ MLK Day Trash And Recycling Collection Schedule Posted In Vernon

​Martin Luther King Jr. Day is prompting a change in Vernon's trash and recycling collection schedule.

Hidden Gems Of 2023: The Year In Review

From a chair to comfort food to monuments to a big moo, the 2023 Hidden Gem tour had it all.

2023 In Vernon: Stories That Made An Impact

It was certainly a busy 2023 in Vernon.

Gap Payments Now Part Of Connecticut Crumbling Foundation Aid

A new program has been introduced to aid homeowners affected by the crumbling foundation crisis in Connecticut.

Vernon Went With The Flow — With Plows — During Monday Storm Response

Using snowplows was one key to keeping Vernon's catch basins clear of debris during Monday's storm.

Dam Question Answered In Vernon: It 'Has' To Be the Waterfall

A Vernon historian has cleared up confusion over a State Bond Commission award for Tankerhoosen Lake in Vernon.

Vernon Gets Sweet Deal With New Electronic Billboard

Free ads and an up-front payment highlight an agreement for Vernon to host a new electronic billboard.

Hoarding Situation Leads To Rats, Filth In Vernon Neighborhood

A hoarding situation on Warren Avenue has made a mess of one Vernon neighborhood.

Vernon Mourning Loss Of Former Fire Chief, Fire Marshal Don Maguda

A longtime fixture in the Vernon Fire Department has died.

Cornerstone Hosting 39th Annual Christmas Party

The event is free and spots are still available.

Demo Work Starts On Old Horowitz Pool In Vernon

A new aquatic facility is being built at Vernon's Henry Park.

Vernon Documents Claim IT Misuse, Fudged Hours Preceded Resignations

Documents show a string of resignations followed a probe into slacking, inappropriate messages and misusing a computer system in Vernon.

Vernon Mourning Loss Of Beloved Firefighter 'Smokey'

A firefighter who served Vernon for more than seven decades has died.

Don Bellingham Honored For Years Of Service To Vernon Trail System

The founder of the Vernon Greenways Volunteers was recently honored for his service.

Picture Vernon: Vintage Swimming In Rockville

The latest edition of the Picture Vernon series.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

The latest Hidden Gem stands out even in a place that stands out for veterans tributes.

Vernon Filling Station Sells $50,000 CT Lottery Winner

A lucky CT Lottery ticket emerged out of Vernon this week.

Vernon-Based Cornerstone Looking For Board Members

Cornerstone, which operates a regional shelter, food bank and clothing store, is in need of board members.

Vernon Contingent Takes On Rugged Maniac Race ... For A Cause

A recent race raised thousands for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Vernon Vendor Sells Big Winner In CT Lottery Game

A big winner has come out of Vernon in a popular CT Lottery game.

Vernon American Legion Staging 3rd Annual Trunk Or Treat Saturday

A Halloween tradition is on tap at the Vernon Legion Saturday.

Food Drive Honoring Bryan Flint Kicks Off In Vernon

A food drive honoring the late homeless advocate is under way in Vernon.

Crafters, Items Needed For Vernon Historical Society Holiday Fair

The Vernon Historical Society’s annual holiday craft Fair is scheduled for Nov. 25 and 26.

Vernon Gearing Up For Annual Arctic Splash

The cold weather plunge is a fundraising tradition in Vernon.

Picture Vernon: A New Mexican Restaurant In Town

Vernon newest restaurant staged a grand opening this week.

It's Now 4 Abandoned Dogs Located In Vernon In A Week's Time

Four abandoned dogs have been located by Vernon Animal Control staffers in a week's time.

Another $25 Million In Crumbling Foundation Aid On Commission Agenda

More crumbling foundation assistance is likely on the way.

Vernon Pet CPR Class Shows Owners How To 'Save Lives'

About 40 attended a pet CPR class at VCMS Wednesday.

Picture Vernon: Remember The Old Roundabout?

The latest segment of the Picture Vernon series.

Vernon Animal Control Caring For Dogs Found Abandoned In A Crate

Two abandoned dogs were located in the Rockville section of Vernon Tuesday.

Pet CPR Training On Tap For Wednesday In Vernon

Vernon is offering a pet CPR class at the middle school.