Vernon 2021 Local Elections: Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

Here's what you need to know concerning the 2021 local elections in Vernon, including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more.

Vernon Election: Dennis Plevyak For Vernon Town Council

Dennis Plevyak shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Town Council.

Jim Tedford Running For Vernon Town Council

Jim Tedford shared views with Patch about running for Town Council.

Vernon Election Profile 2021: Dan Champagne For Mayor

Dan Champagne shared views with Patch about running for Mayor.

Revival Of Vernon's Vintage Citizens Block Hits Next Phase

Vernon's Citizens Block is slowly coming back to life.

Vernon Election: Brian Motola For Town Council

Brian Motola shared views with Patch about running for Town Council.

Vernon Election 2021 Profile: Jesse Schoolnik For Mayor

Jesse Schoolnik shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Mayor.

Vernon Election: John B. O’Connell For Town Council

John B. O’Connell shared views with Patch about running for Town Council.

Vernon Election 2021 Profile: Michael D. Wendus

Michael D. Wendus shared views with Patch about running for Town Council.

Vernon Election: Patricia E. Buxton For Board Of Education

Patricia E. Buxton shared views with Patch about running for Board of Education.

Vernon Election: Ann Letendre For Vernon Town Council

Ann Letendre shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Town Council.

Vernon Election: Ariana Nieves-Matias For Vernon Town Council

Ariana Nieves-Matias shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Town Council.

White House Rescue Plan Funding Coronavirus Counselor In Vernon

Vernon now has a social worker available for coronavirus-related issues, funded by a federal program.

Vernon Election: Nicola Chambers-Holder For Vernon Town Council

Nicola Chambers-Holder shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Town Council.

Vernon-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In August: Feds

The Tolland County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Vernon Election: Terilynn Rogers For Town Council

Terilynn Rogers shared views with Patch about running for Town Council.

Vernon Election: Kevin Brown For Vernon Board Of Education

Kevin Brown shared views with Patch about running for Vernon Board of Education.

Back Rent Up In Tolland County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Tolland County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Vernon-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In July: Feds

The Tolland County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the summer.

Marijuana Ban Being Mulled For Town Controlled Areas In Vernon

Revised ordinances would link marijuana possession and use to that of alcohol and tobacco in Vernon's public areas.

Vernon-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Tolland County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Vernon residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Tolland County

A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.

Vernon Election 2021: Democrats Endorse Schoolnik, Choose Slate

The Vernon Democratic Town Committee has endorsed its slate for the November municipal election.

Vernon Election 2021: Champagne Running Again, GOP Slate Named

The Vernon Republican Town Committee has endorsed its slate for the November municipal election.

Upcoming Public Hearings Will Tackle Pot Usage In Vernon

The two public hearings in Vernon will take place Tuesday, Aug. 17. The first is scheduled for 7:35 p.m. in council chambers.

Vernon Registrar Named To Major State Post

Vernon's Democratic registrars of voters has been named to a major state post.

Vernon Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Tolland County is lower than the Connecticut average.

Tolland County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Vernon area compares to Connecticut and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Schoolnik Seeking Democratic Nomination For Vernon Mayor

Vernon has a declared mayoral candidate.

Official American Rescue Plan Numbers Released For Vernon

U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney said Vernon is slated to get millions in federal coronavirus relief funds.

Unemployment Decreases In Vernon Area: Feds

Tolland County's unemployment rate is lower than the Connecticut average.

Senator Bashes Free Inmate Phone Call Bill, But It has Support

A bill that would allow free phone calls to Connecticut inmates is being criticized by a state senator, but it also has vast support.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Vernon Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Courtney Working On Biden Trip As USCGA Visitors Board Member

U.S. Rep Joe Courtney will be a primary Connecticut dignitary as the President speaks at the Coast Guard Academy.

Vernon Officials Calling For Hearing To Assess Hospital's Future

Vernon officials are asking state officials for a hearing to review ECHN's plans for Rockville General Hospital.

Vernon's Zero Tax Increase 2021-22 Budget: By The Numbers

A budget for Vernon's 2021-22 fiscal year was approved at a town meeting Tuesday.

2 Vernon Municipal Unions Get New Contracts, Modest Raises

A pair of unions representing town supervisors in Vernon has new contracts.

Vernon Voters Approve Artificial Turf, New Track For High School

Voters in Vernon have decisively approved a plan to install artificial turf and fix up the track at the Rockville High School stadium.

Tuesday Vote On Tap For Rockville High School Turf, Track Plan

A vote is slated for Tuesday on a plan to replace the field and track at Rockville High School's stadium.