Eversource Releases Tree Scorecard For Vernon

Eversource has compiled a snapshot of the impact trees are having on the community.

Employee of Vernon Store Charged In Organized Theft Scheme: PD

An employee at a popular store in Vernon has been arrested in connection with a ripoff scheme, police said.

Capt. Kirk — The Original — Beams Down To Rein's Deli For Reuben

The famed Rein's Deli restaurant in Vernon had a surprise celebrity guest Friday.

Outstanding Caregiver from Vernon Earns $5,000 Award from ALS

Assisted Living Services, Inc. Presents Joyce Brown with Monthly Platinum Caregiver Award

Rockville General Hospital To Be Bought By Yale New Haven Health

Rockville General Hospital and Manchester Memorial Hospital are about to get new ownership.

S&S Survey: Valentine's Dinner Wins Out Over Super Bowl Feast

A recent survey commissioned by Stop & Shop pitted the latest-ever super bowl against a calendar mainstay — Valentine's Day.

Closed Sign Emerges At Car Wash In Vernon

Valvoline buying Mr. Sparkle had caused some uncertainty about car washes, an official said.

M&T-People's United Deal Still Wading Through Regulatory Process

M&T Bank is still poised for a quick turnaround once its merger with People's United Bank is finalized, an executive said.

Starbucks Drops Vaccine Mandate For Connecticut, Vernon Workers

Starbucks, has suspended its vaccination policy in Connecticut and Vernon to reflect a Supreme Court ruling blocking a federal mandate.

New Look At The Old Connecticut Golf Land Finally Taking Shape

Construction has resumed for the new version of the old Connecticut Golf Land in Vernon.

Former Ellington business owner buys portable toilet company

"Laveo" portable toilet is the "ultimate personal porta-potty"

New Look For Northern Section Of Route 30 In Vernon Taking Shape

A section of Route 30 is getting a new look and a new store has moved in.

Brady Steps Up To Succeed American Eagle Credit Union Iconic CEO

American Eagle Financial Credit Union has a new boss.

Vernon 2021: The Year In Business

See the business stories that made in impact in Vernon in 2021.

CT Water's Bottle Filling Stations Recognized With Major Award

Connecticut Water's bottle filling station grant programhas won a major award.

Old 'Polish Club' On Village Street In Vernon Demolished

A rundown old brick building in Vernon has been razed.

Pratt Announces Sale of Rentschler Airfield Land To Developer

More than 250 acres at Rentschler Field in East Hartford are being sold to National Development, according to a Monday announcement.

New Liquor Store Opens On Route 83 In Vernon

After a roller coaster ride for more than a year, a new liquor business has opened in Vernon.

Lucky Taco Officially Opens In Vernon

The Lucky Taco Vernon location was open to the public Friday.

Gym With Old-School Feel Finds A Home In Downtown Rockville

A Vernon gym that would have made Muhammad Ali proud is part of the Downtown Rockville landscape.

Vernon Officials Not Keen On Cannabis Stores Near Schools

The location of retail cannabis stores — particularly near schools — was a hot topic at a planning and zoning meeting in Vernon Thursday.

Rockville Hospital At 100: A 'Quintessential Community Hospital'

Rockville General Hospital turned 100 Monday.

Bottle, Can Redemption Business Expands Into Vernon

A bottle and can redemption business now has three locations in north central Connecticut.

Contractor's Good Deed Clears Hazardous Trees At Vernon Park

A tree contractor put a new piece of equipment to good use at Valley Falls Park and saved Vernon residents thousands in the process.

Habitat For Humanity ReStore Coming To Vernon Commercial Space

A vacant commercial space n Vernon is about to get a new tenant.

Medical Practice Moves Into Long-Vacant Vernon Commercial Space

A medical practice has moved into a long-vacant building near the Rockville Post Office.

Vernon Officials Initiate 'Buy Local' Business Campaign

Vernon officials are urging residents to buy local.

Vernon Store Sells Big CT Lottery Winner

A Vernon store had the winning touch in a popular CT Lottery game.

1-In-30-Million Lobster Heading From Market To CT Nature Center

A rare orange lobster is making its way from a Vernon seafood market to a nature center at a Connecticut state park.

Vernon Responders, ShopRite Bagging Groceries For The Hungry

Vernon first responders and ShopRite teamed up Thursday to raise hunger awareness.

Vernon's Latest Barbershop — The Man Cave — Is Aptly Named

Vernon has a new barbershop on Talcottville Road.

Stylish Photography Studio Settles Into Historic Vernon Building

A photography studio has set up shop in the Fitch Block in Vernon.

Friendly's, Smoothie Factory, Trying Out Combo Shop In Vernon

Friendly's and Smoothie Factory are experimenting with a Northeast "store-in-store" concept in two Connecticut towns.

Legendary Hot Dogs Sprang From Rockville's 1800s Textile Kingdom

The Rockville section of Vernon was known as a Victorian Era textile giant, but an enduring hot dog brand originated in its streets.

Vernon Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Vernon area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

CT Lottery Ticket From Vernon Store Turns Into $50,000 Prize

A Vernon store has produced a big CT Lottery win.

PPP Loans Benefited Vernon Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 55,612 Connecticut businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Vernon.

These Vernon Businesses Scored Restaurant Revitalization Money

Restaurants in Vernon got over $1 million from the fund, but thousands more in Connecticut were shut out of the SBA program.

Building In Vernon's Rockville Section Getting A Makeover

A building in the Downtown Rockville area of Vernon is getting new life.

"Wisdom of Walt" Leadership Seminar in Rockville on September 25

How do you go from dreaming to doing?