Vernon Digest: The Week In Review

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First, the weekend weather: Mostly clear throughout the weekend with some showers Sunday into Monday with daytime temps in the 70s.

Here are the top stories in Vernon today:

1. Vernon's New Norm: Treat Heavy Rainstorms Like Snowstorms (Vernon Patch)
2. School Starts In Vernon With Full Houses (Vernon Patch)
3. Student Drop-Off Pattern Changing At Rockville High School (Vernon Patch)
4. Cresting River Traps Guests At Vernon Motel 6 Twice In 10 Days (Vernon Patch)
5. Vernon Pumpkin Farm Guide 2021 (Vernon Patch)
6. Vernon Man Charged With Sexual Assault After Bank Altercation: PD (Vernon Patch)
7. Elaborate 12-Acre Estate Goes On The Market In Vernon (Vernon Patch)
8. Vehicles Stolen From Repair Shops In Vernon (Vernon Patch)

Today in Vernon:

Vernon Patch Notebook

• Vernon, CT Police Department: "The Vernon Police Department sends its condolences to the family of Officer Francis “Chris” Perrone and to our brother and sister Officers of the Glastonbury Police Department. Officer Perrone passed away unexpectedly on 08/29/21. Office..." (Facebook)
• Vernon, CT Police Department: "We send our heartfelt condolence to Sergeant Mohls family and the entire Connecticut State Police." (Facebook)
• Town of Vernon Fire Department: "Our thoughts are with the Connecticut State Police today on the loss of one of their own in the Line of Duty." (Facebook)
• Vernon, CT Police Department: "We just picked up this little guy (or girl) up on South St. If you know him (or her) gives up a call or Vernon Animal Control at 870-870-3558." (Facebook)
• Vernon Public Schools: "Welcome back teachers! Staff Convocation today was awesome! So great to see you! Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year Regina Lee! Your speech was terrific! Here's to a great 2021-2022 school year!! " (Facebook)
• Vernon Public Schools: "Welcome back! Students had fresh, sweet corn from Dzen Farms in Ellington and crispy, juicy apples from Johnny Appleseed’s Farm in Ellington today at lunch. Local apples will be available in cafeterias throughout the fall. Breakfast and ..." (Facebook)
• Vernon Public Schools: "Happy First Day of School! It was a great to see all our students back in the classroom! We hope you had a wonderful day!" (Facebook)
• Vernon Public Schools: "Take a couple of minutes to see this great first day of school video! https://openmic.link/xzg" (Facebook)
• Strong Family Farm: "Who's ready to run? We're only three days away from the 8th Annual 5K Chicken Run! But who's counting (we are ) https://www.strongfamilyfarm.org/annual-5k-chicken-run/" (Facebook)
• Town of Vernon Fire Department: "The Town of Vernon Fire Department is proud to announce it has placed into service the new Squad 441 on July 6th 2021. This company represents the consolidation of two fire companies full of great history and dedication within the former..." (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "Thanks to the tireless dedication and efforts of Vernon's DPW and our children's library staff, RPL's children's room is now open!" (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "Wednesday library comic! The staff at RPL couldn't agree more with Calvin on this one. We're open until 6:00 tonight--Stop by and check out a good book!" (Facebook)
• Center Road School PTO: "Well, CRS families… the day has FINALLY arrived! Tomorrow is THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL! Show us your excitement, and share your first day of school photos here in the comments, or email them to centerroadyearbook@gmail.com!" (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "It's September! Not only is it time to go back to school, but we also have new materials ready to go! Whether your interests are at a crime scene, self-care recognition, or author birthdays, we have it all!!!" (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "The sun has returned! Visit the Book Walk outside the library and then stop in to say hello. Start at the main door at the top the the stairs on Union Street and work your way around to the right. Find each page in a window wel..." (Facebook)
• Vernon Public Schools: "Good Afternoon Parents and Guardians, The following is the new procedure for morning drop off at Rockville High School beginning on Tuesday, September 7, 2021: All buses will now drop students off near the ASTE building where cars have b..." (Facebook)
• AFT Connecticut: "On this #AFTinAction episode, Windham Willimantic CT NAACP President Leah Ralls discussed mobilizing the community to demand #PatientsBeforeProfits with #AFTCT President Jan Hochadel and Backus Nurses President Sherri Dayton: aftct.podbe..." (Facebook)
• AFT Connecticut: "Why do nurses keep showing up to do what they do for others? Tweet your answer to Danbury Nurses' Union AFT Unit 47 President Janice Stauffer’s challenge: twitter.com/JaniceLStauffer/status/1430575693734232064 #HealthcareProud AFT - Amer..." (Facebook)
• Strong Family Farm: "Two more days, and then it's time to run! We can't wait to have our friends back on the farm! https://www.strongfamilyfarm.org/annual-5k-chicken-run/" (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "Fall is in the air! It's time for apple picking, sweaters-wearing, leaf-peeping, and nice hikes. What autumnal activities are you looking forward to?" (Facebook)
• AFT Connecticut: "#MeridenTeachers #union members are excited because “the kids are going to get to know #MeridenCT” through a new collaborative project with Quinnipiac University to identify and solve problems facing their community. #PublicSchoolProud A..." (Facebook)
• Rockville High School, Vernon CT: "If you lost your AirPod in the purple hall hallway see Mr. for room On Monday" (Facebook)
• Rockville Public Library, Vernon, CT: "Do you ever borrow e-content from the library? Are you curious about how your tax dollars pay for digital books? Learn more here: https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-communications/an-app-called-libby-and-the-surprisingly-big-busine..." (Facebook)
• Union Church: "LAST CALL FOR TONIGHT! Not everyone goes away overnight on Labor Day weekend! If you're staying close to home, come on over to tonight's special appearance by this very talented family "orchestra." Time permitting, they will perform a ve..." (Facebook)

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About me: Email: chris.dehnel@patch.com Bio: I am a founding editor at Patch and back for Round 2 of the online news journey. in addition to Vernon, which is my original site, I am managing the Tolland, Manchester, Farmington, West Hartford and Southington sites in addition to UConn news. I have covered sports, news, business and snow sports in my 35-plus years as a journalist. I am a youth lacrosse coach in town and am the current secretary of Connecticut Valley Girls Youth Lacrosse.

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